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OCD

OCD - compulsive disorder is characterized by unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead to compulsive behaviors.

This disorder cant be cured but can be aided with treatment. OCD often centers on themes such as a fear of germs or the need to arrange objects in a specific manner. Symptoms usually begin gradually and vary throughout life. Support group, Cognitive behavioral therapy, Aversion therapy, Psychoeducation, Rational emotive behavior therapy, Exposure therapis prevention, Psychotherapy, Systematic desensitization, and Group psychotherapy are all therapies that help with OCD.

Bi-polar disorder

Bi-polar disorder - A disorder associated with episodes of mood swings ranging from depressive lows to manic highs

some symptoms include mood swings, sadness, elevated mood, anger, anxiety, apathy, apprehension, euphoria, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loss of interest, or loss of interest or pleasure in activities. Other symptoms include depression, manic episode, agitated depression, or paranoia. Bipolar disorder affects approximately 5.7 million adult Americans, or about 2.6% of the U.S. population age 18 and older every year