Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), is a complex psychological disorder that can interfere with an individual's day-to-day life. Given the seriousness of the condition, the term “OCD” has found its way into casual vocabulary to describe someone who is not formally diagnosed, but faintly presents some of the behaviours associated with the disorder, like keeping organized or clean.

This video will debunk four common myths associated with OCD, in an effort to provide a better understanding about the disorder, so that people are mindful when they use the term in casual vocabulary.

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This video was made by McMaster students Apameh Golkar, Danielle Dagher, Gagan Dhami, and Roaa Hussam in collaboration with the McMaster Demystifying Medicine Program

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For more information, check out the following resources:

HelpGuide: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) [ Ссылка ]

NHS: Overview—Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) [ Ссылка ]

International OCD Foundation: The Canadian Treatment Center for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder [ Ссылка ]

Demystifying medicine, Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) [ Ссылка ]

Demystifying medicine, Obsessive-compulsive disorder: Through my eyes [ Ссылка ]

International OCD Foundation: What is OCD? [ Ссылка ]

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