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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by intrusive obsessive thoughts that result in compulsive ritualistic behaviors and routines. While it's possible to have only obsessive symptoms, or only compulsive symptoms, they usually occur in conjunction.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a common, chronic and long-lasting disorder in which a person has uncontrollable, reoccurring thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions) that he or she feels the urge to repeat over and over. Signs and Symptoms. People with OCD may have symptoms of obsessions, compulsions, or both. These symptoms can interfere with all aspects of life, such as work, school, and personal relationships. Obsessions are repeated thoughts, urges, or mental images that cause anxiety. 1  Common symptoms include: 2  Fear of germs or contamination. 3  Unwanted forbidden or taboo thoughts involving sex, religion, and harm. 4  Aggressive thoughts towards others or self. 5  Having things symmetrical or in a perfect order.