The Ocd Answer Book: Professional Answers to More Than 250 Top Questions about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder - Patrick Mcgrath

n nAt any one time at least five million people in the United States are experiencing the symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a mental disorder defined by recurrent, unwelcome thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that OCD sufferers feel driven to perform.n n nn nThe OCD Answer Book is an authoritative reference for these adults and their loved ones, providing sound advice andn nimmediate answers to their most pressing questions.n n nn n-What is an obsession?n n-What is a compulsion?n n-Is it possible to grow out of OCD?n n-Does OCD run in families?n n-What increases my risk for OCD?n n-If I check something several times does that mean that I suffer from OCD?n n-I heard that OCD and strep throat might be related to each other. Is that true?n n nn nWritten by an experienced psychologist in an easy-to-read Q&A format, The OCD Answer Book helps readers and their loved ones cope with OCD, conquer their fears, and seek therapy when necessary.n