OCD
The Struggle with Obsessions and Compulsions
New York : Lucent Press, 2018.
Format: Book
Description: 104 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Because of the way obsessive-compulsive disorder is portrayed in the media, many people believe it is simply a personality quirk. In reality, this disorder can cause severe distress for people who have it, as well as for their loved ones. Through relatable text, augmented by informative sidebars and full-color photographs, this volume helps readers understand how people with OCD use rituals to cope with distressing intrusive thoughts. A list of organizations to contact gives people who are struggling with this disorder resources to connect with others who understand what they are going through.
Series: Diseases and disorders series.
Contents:
Powerful, unwanted thoughts -- Uncovering a hidden epidemic -- Getting an accurate diagnosis -- Living with OCD -- Causes and pharmacological treatment -- First-line treatment for OCD -- Alternatives and challenges in OCD treatment.
ISBN:
9781534562875
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Call Number | Location | Shelf Location | Status |
T HEALTH Hon | North Main | Teen Nonfiction | In |
"Portions of this book originally appeared in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder by Jacqueline Adams"--Title page.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 94-95) and index.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 94-95) and index.