Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - Know The Myths and Facts

Although it is rare, children as young as 4 years of age have been found to have OCD. Consult a psychologist if you notice a behavioral change in your child.

People with OCD can develop an 'obsessive compulsion' to do anything. In some cases, it is washing of hands and in other cases something else entirely.

It is not possible to cure OCD but it can be managed by a combination of medicine and therapy. Meditation has also been shown to help people with OCD to manage their condition.

Unlike other health conditions like cancer and diabetes, there are no tests that can confirm OCD. In some cases, the condition goes completely undetected due to a lack of understanding.