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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder. It can cause unwanted thoughts and behaviours. Learn about OCD symptoms and treatment.

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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Course - online program

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Course from MindSpot, is a clinically-proven treatment that helps adults aged 18 years and over to manage obsessions and compulsions.

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OCD Program

The OCD Program from This Way Up is an online program to learn practical strategies to better manage obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, and reduce how much they interfere with daily life.

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OCD Stop! - online program

OCD Stop! online program from Mental Health Online is designed to help adults over 18 to understand more about obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and to learn strategies to better manage OCD improve their overall mental health and wellbeing.

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Trichotillomania

Trichotillomania is a mental health disorder where you feel compelled to pull out hair. It can cause embarrassment and distress, but help is available.

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Body dysmorphic disorder

Body dysmorphic disorder causes someone to feel shame or disgust with part of their body or appearance. Any body part can become its focus.

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Online therapy (eTherapy)

eTherapy, online counselling or therapy refers to psychological support, therapy, education and assistance via the internet or an online platform.

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Tourette syndrome

People with this syndrome make involuntary repetitive sounds and movements. Most don't need treatment, and relaxation exercises may reduce symptoms.

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Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behaviour therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy (talk therapy) that helps a person to identify and change unhealthy or damaging thinking habits.

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