Dr. Jeffrey Schwartz, author of the book Brain Lock, describes the critical four steps for self-treatment of OCD. The idea of self-treatment as part of a behavioral therapy approach is a major advance. This article describes how to become your own behavioral therapist. By learning some basic facts about OCD, and recognizing that it is a medical condition that responds to treatment, you can overcome the urges to do compulsive behaviors and master new ways to cope with bothersome, obsessive thoughts. Read more...
Mental training can be very effective in helping people with OCD change not only their functioning and the clinical course of the disorder, but also the brain itself. Mindfulness is the ability to observe one's own internal sensations with the calm clarity of an external witness. The mental discipline of mindfulness can enable sufferers of OCD to develop the insight necessary to consciously choose new and more adaptive responses to the intrusive and intensely bothersome thoughts and urges that bombard the consciousness. Read more...
Dr. Eda Gorbis was featured in MTV's show, "TrueLife", a powerful, award-winning series that uniquely reflects the experiences and cultures of this generation.This episode documents the unusual—and often remarkable circumstances of real individuals with Body Dysmorphic Disorder.
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To pre-qualify for this study, patients must be at least 18 yrs. old, have a documented diagnosis of OCD as defined by the DSM-IV-TR, have been taking one of the following SSRIs for at least six weeks prior to screening and at the minimum daily dosage listed: fuvoxamine (Luvox®) 200 mg, fluoxetine (Prozac®) 40 mg, paroxetine (Paxil®) 40 mg, sertraline (Zoloft®) 100 mg. The study is expected to last about 20 weeks. Each patient will receive study medication and study-related medical evaluations at no cost. Reimbursement for travel may also be provided. Please contact us for additional eligibility requirements.
Dr. Gorbis talks about Body Dysmorphic order, its successful treatment methods, and resources for therapists. Watch it now at http://www.psychotherapy.net/interview/eda-gorbis-body-dysmorphic.