OCD is a common anxiety disorder with a variable presentation. Some patients need to repetitively clean while some need to check things repetitively. There are some who just have repetitive unwanted thoughts which are not in their control. Anxiety is common.
Symptoms
- Excessive concern with cleanliness or symmetry
- Repetitive handwashing, checking or other activities
- Repetitive unwanted thoughts
- Doubts which do not make sense
- Anxiety
- Irritability
Treatment