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Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Treatment Options
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Obsessions and compulsions typically go hand in hand with those suffering from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). While the best course of treatment involves a combination of behavioral therapy and drug treatments, some studies show that Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) can also be effective in targeting the areas of the brain involved in the generation of motor action.
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by obsessions and compulsions that interfere with daily life.
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder is characterized by obsessions and compulsions that interfere with daily life. OCD can be treated with a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, drug treatment, and alternative therapies like transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).
ChapterUnderstanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Treatment Options
EpisodeThe Science & Treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
PodcastHuberman Lab
The treatment of OCD involves supporting patients to realize that thoughts are just thoughts and can be tolerated and over time, the anxiety around them can diminish.
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The treatment of OCD involves supporting patients to realize that thoughts are just thoughts and can be tolerated and over time, the anxiety around them can diminish. It is important to understand the difference between thoughts and actions, which is a powerful hallmark theme in treating OCD.