OCD Awareness : Symptoms, Treatment & Risks

In recent years OCD or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder has been the subject of many TV documentaries, reality TV shows and even stand-up comedy routines. But how many of us could actually be suffering from some of the traits of the condition without even realising it?

Official estimates are that 1.2% of the population suffer from OCD, however new research released by benenden health reveals that more than 40% of people polled believe they exhibit traits of the mental illness, highlighting the real lack of understanding many people have of the condition

From obsessive checking of things like making sure appliances are turned off and doors are locked, to compulsive hand washing, hoarding and pervasive thoughts that if everything isn't in order bad things will happen, OCD can come in many different forms.

But how serious is the condition, what can it lead to from a mental health perspective and how easy is it to treat?

View our web broadcast where Beth Murphy, Head of Information of Mind discusses OCD - from recognising the symptoms and traits of the condition, to treatment and the risks of ignoring the warning signs in both yourself and others.

Видео OCD Awareness : Symptoms, Treatment & Risks канала Benenden Health