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Obsessive-compulsive disorder / Stanley J. Rachman and Padmal de Silva.

Rachman, Stanley. (Author). De Silva, Padmal. (Added Author).

Summary:

"Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a relatively common psychological problem. The symptoms, which can be seriously disabling in extreme cases, can include excessive hand washing or other cleaning rituals, repeating checking, extreme slowness, and unwanted, repugnant intrusive thoughts. This book covers the nature, symptoms, causes, and theories of OCD. It discusses the treatments that are available and provides valuable practical advice to those who may need help. Numerous case histories are given throughout the book, highlighting various aspects of the disorder and its treatment. There are in depth sections on scrupulosity, culture and OCD, mental pollution, OCD in children, and on the similarities and differences between childhood OCD and an autistic disorder. This fourth edition has been updated with succinct explanations of recent research, information on treatment advances, and the recent expansion of treatment services for anxiety disorders, including OCD, in the NHS. The author gives a clear account of the nature of obsessive-compulsive problems, which are useful for sufferers and their families, as well as general readers interested in finding out more about the disorder."--Publisher's website.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780199561773
  • ISBN: 019956177X
  • Physical Description: xi, 184 p. ; 20 cm.
  • Edition: 4th ed.
  • Publisher: Oxford ; Oxford University Press, 2009.

Content descriptions

General Note:
De Silva's name appears first on the earlier edition.
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 171-173) and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Obsessive-compulsive disorder : what is it? -- Relationship to other disorders -- Obsessive-compulsive patients -- Effects on family, work, and social life -- Prevalence and related factors -- Theories and explanations -- Treatment -- Assessment, diagnosis, and evaluation -- Obsessive-compulsive disorders in children -- Some practical advice.
Subject: Obsessive-compulsive disorder > Popular works.

Available copies

  • 1 of 1 copy available at Camosun College Library.

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Interurban Library RC 533 D4 2009 (Text) 26040003209745 Main Collection Volume hold Available -


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