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Obsessive-compulsive disorder

We all know the worrying feeling that we might have forgotten to do something, like turning off the stove or locking the door. But some people are so anxious that they have to check again and again. Obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors are typical of OCD. Read about the possible causes and treatment options.

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