Obsessive-compulsive Disorder Treatment in Dubai


Overcome your OCD with the help of our experienced Psychologists and Psychiatrists in Dubai

OCD is a disorder in which people have recurring, unwanted thoughts, ideas or sensations (obsessions). To get rid of the thoughts, they feel driven to do something repetitively (compulsions). The repetitive behaviors, such as hand washing/cleaning, checking on things, mental acts (like counting), or other activities, can significantly interfere with a person’s daily activities and social interactions. Some people with OCD may only have one type of symptom, either obsessions or compulsions, whereas others can struggle with both.

At Nafsology Psychology Center, we understand that it can be difficult to cope with OCD, and seeking help can be a struggle. Get help today!

What are the signs and symptoms of OCD?

OCD causes you to experience obsessions, compulsions or both. There are a number of common obsessions and compulsions that someone with OCD may experience.

Obsessions:

Examples of common content of obsessional thoughts:

  • Fear of contamination by people or the environment
  • Disturbing sexual thoughts or images
  • Religious, often blasphemous, thoughts or fears
  • Fear of perpetrating aggression or being harmed (self or loved ones)
  • Extreme worry something is not complete
  • Extreme concern with order, symmetry, or precision
  • Fear of losing or discarding something important
  • Can also be seemingly meaningless thoughts, images, sounds, words or music

Compulsions:

Examples of compulsions:

  • Excessive or ritualized hand washing, showering, brushing teeth, or toileting
  • Repeated cleaning of household objects
  • Ordering or arranging things in a particular way
  • Repeatedly checking locks, switches, appliances, doors, etc.
  • Constantly seeking approval or reassurance
  • Rituals related to numbers, such as counting, repeating, excessively preferencing or avoiding certain numbers
  • People with OCD may also avoid certain people, places, or situations that cause them distress and trigger obsessions and/or compulsions. Avoiding these things may further impair their ability to function in life and may be detrimental to other areas of mental or physical health.

OCD obsessions and compulsions can be very scary and confusing and can also take up a lot of your time.

What causes OCD?

Like with lots of mental health conditions, research shows there are a number of factors which may make it more likely you’ll develop OCD. These include:

  • Genetics

Having a close family member who struggles with OCD. This might be down to hereditary factors or because you’ve been exposed to obsessions and compulsions from an early age

  • Gender

Males are more likely to have OCD obsessions whereas females are more likely to have OCD compulsions. Males are also more likely to experience OCD symptoms at an earlier age than females

  • Life events

Including stressful or traumatic events during childhood

  • Existing mental health issues

People who struggle with existing mental health problems such as anxiety and depression, may be more at risk for developing OCD

  • Personality

Certain personality traits such as being a perfectionist or having a strong sense of responsibility for other people, can also make it more likely you’ll go on to develop OCD

How is OCD treated?

At Nafsology, we offer several different treatment options for PTSD.

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Medication and medical support
  • Where to get help for OCD

If you or a loved one are living with OCD then it is important that professional support and OCD treatment is urgently sought. Contact us at Nafsology Psychology Center today.