Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
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What is OCD?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition that causes unwanted thoughts and repetitive behaviors.
COMMON PATTERNS:
- Intrusive thoughts
- Compulsive behaviors
- Disruptive to daily life
Signs & Symptoms of OCD
Symptoms often vary in severity, but effective treatment can help manage and significantly reduce their impact.
obsessive symptoms:
- Fear of contamination or germs.
- Need for reassurance or symmetry.
- Intrusive, distressing thoughts.
compulsive symptoms:
- Repeated checking (e.g., locks, appliances).
- Excessive cleaning or handwashing.
- Performing actions in a specific order.
How is OCD Treated?
Step 1: Comprehensive Assessment
Meet with a licensed expert to review your symptoms, medical history, and goals. This evaluation helps determine the most effective treatment path for you.
Step 2: Individualized Treatment Plan
- Medication Management: Prescriptions are carefully monitored to help reduce OCD symptoms.
- TMS Therapy: A safe, non-invasive treatment that uses magnetic pulses to target brain areas linked to OCD.
Step 3: Ongoing Support
With regular follow-ups and treatment adjustments, you’ll receive continued care designed to help you achieve lasting improvement in your mental health.
Have more questions about OCD?
How is OCD treated at BestMind Behavioral Health?
BestMind Behavioral Health provides specialized OCD treatment through expert psychiatric medication management with evidence-based medications at Portland, Northeast Portland, Salem, Bend, Clackamas, Eugene, and Vancouver. Our licensed psychiatrists and nurse practitioners develop comprehensive OCD treatment plans during psychiatric evaluations. For treatment-resistant OCD, we offer TMS therapy with in-person and telehealth options throughout Oregon and Washington.
Can OCD be managed long-term at BestMind Behavioral Health locations in Oregon and Washington?
Yes, OCD is highly manageable with BestMind Behavioral Health’s ongoing psychiatric medication management services across Portland, Northeast Portland, Salem, Bend, Clackamas, Eugene, and Vancouver. Our providers monitor OCD treatment response closely, adjusting medications for optimal symptom control of obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors with flexible in-person and telehealth options.
What causes OCD and how is it diagnosed at BestMind Behavioral Health?
OCD develops from neurochemical imbalances, genetic factors, and environmental triggers affecting brain circuits involved in decision-making and anxiety regulation. During comprehensive psychiatric evaluations our providers assess OCD symptoms, family history, triggers, and functional impact throughout Oregon and Washington.
