12/16/2025
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is not a personality trait or a preference for cleanliness.
It is a chronic mental health condition characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) performed to reduce anxiety.
For many individuals, OCD feels like an internal battle that is invisible to others but deeply distressing to experience.
Evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), and medication when indicated, can significantly reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.
Early recognition and professional care are essential.