Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a type of mental illness. People with OCD can have either obsessive thoughts and urges or compulsive, repetitive behaviors.
Yes, s a mental disorder where people feel the need to check things repeatedly, perform certain routines repeatedly
I haave a friend who is OCD.  She is unable to control either the thoughts or the activities for more than a short period of time.
These activities may include checking if door is closed or washing of hands,amongst others
Every heard of the TV Show Hoarders ?  Some OCD Peeps have difficulty throwing things out. These activities occur to such a degree that the person's daily life is negatively affected
Sure! As an adult ,they realize some erratic and abnormal behaviors, which gets them agitated
I feel compassion for these people with OCD. Most adults realize that the behaviors do not make sense. The condition is associated with tics, anxiety disorder, and an increased risk of suicide.
Risk factors include a history of child abuse,and may lead yo suicidal attempt
I've heard that treatment involves counselling, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and sometimes antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) .
diagnosis is based on the symptoms and requires ruling out other drug related or medical causes.