OCD

Causes and Risk Factors of OCD

Researchers continue to investigate the causes of mental health disorders like OCD. Learn about the latest findings, your risk, and how it may be prevented.

The PANDAS Hypothesis and Causes of OCD

Medically reviewed by Daniel B. Block, MD

Common Cognitive Distortions in OCD

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD

Personality Traits That May Make OCD More Likely

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD

Understanding Risk Factors for OCD

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Genetic?

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Risk Factors for Developing OCD

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Substance/Medication-Induced OCD Behavior

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Thought Suppression and OCD

By Owen Kelly, PhD
What Causes Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD
Thought-Action Fusion and OCD

Medically reviewed by Steven Gans, MD