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What is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) counselling .
Obsessive behavior buds from the inability to be able to stop thinking about a particular idea or topic. These thoughts are present in a stereotyped form and are often thought of as shameful and unpleasant. Compulsive behavior is the need to perform certain behaviors repeatedly. Best treatment options are Obsessive compulsive disorders psychotherapy, Obsessive compulsive disorders counselling, Obsessive compulsive disorders cognitive behavioral therapy
Facts about PTSD
- According to WHO, anxiety disorders like OCD are more prevalent in developed countries
- Children may not be able to identify the compulsive thought behind their repetitive behaviour
- OCD has equal prevalence rate amongst gender
- OCD generally occurs in adolescents and young adulthood.
- OCD has varied sub-themes such as washers, checkers, arrangers, hoarders etc.
Causes & symptoms of OCD
Causes
- Genetic Causes- Higher tendency if the first degree of relatives are affected
- Neurobiological cause such as Brain serotonin levels
- Cognitive causes such as object fear association and Behavioral causes such as rituals, superstitions
- Triggering Environment Causes and Traumatic brain injury
Symptoms
- Stucked thought
- Apprehension
- Restlessness
- Difficulty in breathing
- Need to carry out the action
- Being in a continuous loop
- Fear of losing control
- Double- checking and reassurance
- Obsessive Thoughts
Treatments for OCD
Therapy used in PTSD counselling
- Medication such as antidepressants for mood stability and symptom reduction
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for enhanced understanding of ones thought pattern and behaviour and for an alteration of behaviour.
- Family and group therapy for support, encouragement, social adjustment and reduction in conflict
- Changes in lifestyle including regular exercise, balanced diet, proper sleep and avoiding alcohol and nicotine
How is the diagnosis done in Ocd Therapy?
Psychological Assessment- In order to ascertain whether you have obsessions or compulsive behaviors that affect your quality of life, this involves talking about your thoughts, feelings, symptoms, and behavioral patterns. This may involve speaking with your family or friends with your consent.
OCD diagnostic standards- The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5) issued by the American Psychiatric Association may be used by your online therapist.
Physical Exam- This could be done to look for any associated consequences and to help rule out any other issues that could be the source of your symptoms.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Therapy
Consult Emael Mental Health Services Online therapist if your daily life is being impacted by your OCD symptoms. An online therapist for obsessive compulsive disorder counselling can suggest the following approaches:
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): This form of psychotherapy involves changing one's thoughts and behaviors. You will speak with a therapist who will assist you in exploring and comprehending your feelings and thoughts. Through a series of sessions in obsessive compulsive disorder counselling, CBT can assist you in breaking bad behaviors and possibly replacing them with more beneficial coping mechanisms.
Medication Tricyclic antidepressants, selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SSRIs), and serotonin re-uptake inhibitors (SRIs) may be helpful. They raise serotonin levels.
Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (EX/RP)- Here you engage in the anxiety-inducing behavior. The therapist then stops you from reacting with compulsion. For instance, the therapist can ask you to touch something filthy but not allow you from washing your hands afterwards.
What happens if CBT and medicines for OCD are ineffective? If CBT and medication are ineffective for treating OCD, a healthcare professional may consider the following methods to reduce anxiety and lift mood:
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT): Electrodes are placed to the head during electroconvulsive therapy. These wires jolt the brain with electricity. Small seizures are brought on by the shocks, which aid in the brain's chemical release.
Trans-cranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) stimulates the brain. Using a magnetic device that is positioned on the head, the brain receives electrical signals from it. The brain releases chemicals that are known to lift mood as a result of the impulses.
The Therapist might advise practicing mindfulness to treat OCD and enhance the efficacy of other OCD treatments.
