Collaborative Approach to OCD
Effective management of OCD often involves collaboration between our psychiatrists, families and individual themselves.
OCD Clinic in Cardiff
Private OCD Clinic in Cardiff
- No Referrals Needed
- Private appointments available
- Experienced Consultant PSYCHIATRISTs
- extensive expertise
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) features a pattern of unwanted thoughts or images or fears known as obsessions. These obsessions lead you to do repetitive behaviours, also called compulsions. If your obsessions and compulsions affect your quality of life, ClearMed Clinic can help you.
At ClearMed Clinic, our dedicated team provides comprehensive advice and guidance. With a patient-centric approach, we offer personalised treatment plans, employing a holistic and therapeutic approach.
We provide private appointments with our Consultant Psychiatrist with minimal wait times, ensuring you receive swift help and an appropriate treatment plan with expert guidance. With our extensive experience, we prioritise making you feel at ease throughout the entire consultation and procedure.
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What is OCD?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) features a pattern of unwanted thoughts or images or fears known as obsessions. These obsessions lead you to do repetitive behaviours, also called compulsions. These obsessions and compulsions get in the way of daily activities and cause a lot of distress.
Ultimately, you feel driven to do compulsive acts to ease your stress. Even if you try to ignore or get rid of bothersome thoughts or urges, they keep coming back. This leads you to act based on ritual. This is the vicious cycle of OCD.
OCD often canters around certain themes, such as being overly fearful of getting contaminated by germs. To ease contamination fears, you may wash your hands over and over again until they’re sore and chapped.
What Causes OCD?
The exact causes of Obsessive-Compulsive-Disorder (OCD) are not fully understood, but several factors may contribute:
- Genetics – OCD can run in families, suggesting a genetic component.
- Brain Structure & Function – Differences in brain areas responsible for decision-making, emotional regulation and behaviour might play a role.
- Neurochemical Imbalances – Imbalances in neurotransmitters like serotonin could contribute to OCD symptoms.
How Is OCD Treated?
OCD is typically treated by a combination of therapies and medications prescribed to manage symptoms.
Our Specialist will assess each case and recommend the relevant treatments. For cases resistant to standard treatments, more intensive interventions may be necessary.
Psychiatric Assessment at ClearMed Clinic
An assessment is essential for accurately diagnosing OCD, determining symptom severity and creating a personalised treatment plan. Early evaluation ensures timely intervention, helping prevent the condition from worsening and providing the right support.
Initial Assessment & History
Gather detailed medical, family history and psychiatric history.
Symptom Evaluation & Observation
Use questionnaires and gather collateral information to assess the severity and impact.
Physical Examination & Assessment
Rule out medical conditions that could mimic or contribute to OCD symptoms
Report & Treatment Plan
Diagnose and develop a treatment plan which may include therapy and medication.
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