Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

by Stanley J. Rachman and Padmal de Silva

Book Overview

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a relatively common psychological problem. The symptoms--which can be seriously disabling in extreme cases--can include excessive hand-washing or other cleaning rituals, repeating checking, extreme slowness, and unwanted, repugnant intrusive thoughts.

This book covers the nature, symptoms, causes, and theories of OCD. It discusses the treatments that are available and provides valuable practical advice...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 019956177X
• ISBN13: 9780199561773
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: OUP Oxford
• Length: 198 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.4" x 7.8"