OCD Therapy
treatments
When extra's required
Lundbeck Institute
If neither antidepressants nor behavioral OCD therapy have worked for you, you might need extra help in the form of medications. Learn more here.
Depression and OCD
Massachusetts General Hospital
OCD therapy can include the use of antidepressants. In addition to reducing anxiety, these drugs can reduce other depressive symptoms that often accompany OCD.
A brain pacemaker
WKC TV
When traditional OCD therapy hasn't worked, deep brain stimulation might be appropriate. It sounds scary, but it's been a real help for some people.
OCD insights
Missouri Inst. of Mental Health
This video for health care providers includes an interview with a young woman who talks about her approach to OCD therapy.
symptoms
Learn about OCD symptoms by reading brief stories about people with OCD. This article also discusses common antidepressants that can be used as part of an OCD therapy.
What OCD isn't
OCD Information
As this article points out, OCD isn't a charcter flaw. Learn more, and find out why commitment to an OCD therapy seems critical for reducing symptoms.
Answering your questions
OCD Resource Center of Florida
This FAQ sheet provides concise information about OCD therapy. There are options outside of medication; you can actually change your brain chemistry by learning to change your behavior.
Facing your fears
Channel Pyro TV
It sounds simple, but it's an important part of exposure therapy, one type of OCD therapy. This video shares the story of a young boy who's benefited from this treatment.
self-help
The tao of therapy
OCD UK
By providing a way to manage your fear, mindfulness, a Buddhist concept, can be used to enhance OCD therapy. Learn the four steps to taking charge of your own therapy.
Finding a therapist
OC Foundation
Behavior therapy is a type of OCD therapy that might help you. This booklet guides you in your next step: Choosing the right therapist.
Not just about names
ACTOCD
So you've found a list of therapists; how do you know who's right for you? This page answers some questions to help you get the OCD therapy you need.
Your choices are an important part of your OCD therapy. This article stresses the importance of taking an active part in your treatment.
Staying connected
Help Guide
Getting support from family and friends can be an important part of a successful OCD therapy. Read more self-help tips to take charge of your own care.
causes
Are you a perfectionist?
Every Body
It doesn't mean you have OCD. Learn why OCD is different and find out about OCD therapy.
A look at medications
OCD Resource Center of Florida
This article, written by a doctor, discussions why antidepressants might be prescribed as part of an OCD therapy.


