Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

by Peggy J. Parks

Obsessive-compulsive disorder, commonly called OCD, is a complex mental illness that involves repetitive thoughts (obsessions), which cause people to perform repetitive acts (compulsions) in an effort to seek relief. Through objective overviews, primary sources, and full-color illustrations, this title examines What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? What Causes Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder? What Problems Are Associated with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1601521200
• ISBN13: 9781601521200
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: Referencepoint Press
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.7" x 9.5"
• Age Range: 14 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 9 to 12