# data[].attributes.body
OCD can not be cured but can be treated to reduce the symptoms. It can be treated with medication and phsycotherapy . A mental health professional such as a therapist can help you cope and find ways to live with OCD

# data[].attributes.body
-1.0% of the US has been diagnosed with OCD
-About 2.2 million Americans over the age of 18 have been diagnosed with OCD
-

# data[].attributes.body
OCD can get worse with age if left untreated. OCD can also interfere with the thinking process. People with OCD that is untreated are also a risk for depression or substance abuse.

# data[].attributes.body
-Loss of interest in daily activities
-Feelings of hopelessness or helplessness
-Sleep changes either sleeping too much or too little

# data[].attributes.body
OCD can not be cured but can be treated to reduce the symptoms. It can be treated with medication and phsycotherapy . A mental health professional such as a therapist can help you cope and find ways to live with OCD

# data[].attributes.body
Big life events, stress, and other mental or neurologic conditions  can all put you at a higher risk for OCD. Those are not the only things that can be risks. Genetics is thought to be a main cause.

# data[].attributes.body
A pattern of unreasonable thoughts and fears that lead you to do repetitive behaviors.

# data[].attributes.body
-Talking about being a burden to others
-Feeling like they have no purpose
-Getting rid of their possessions