Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) affects roughly six million Americans. Its symptoms, ranging from repetitive handwashing to preoccupation with sexual, religious, or aggressive impulses, wreak havoc in people's lives, and often cause severe emotional and economic loss. This sensitive and insightful book, the result of the authors' years of research and experimentation, is a much needed survival manual for OCD sufferers and the families and friAnds who share their pain. With answer to the 100 most often asked questions, this classic work combines the latest in scientific knowledge with supportive case histories and practical suggestions for help, and offers new hope to those touched by this insidious and widespread malady.
I found this book warm and fuzzy for someone with OCD. It was very basic and yet had insite on the disorder that brouhgt a little hope to those of us who feel hopeless.It is a must read for evey OCD patient in that it helps one come to terms with the disorder and feel ok about getting help. It is an easy read and one that is enjoyable. If you have never read a book on OCD this is a good first start.
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