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While on vacation, Raymond incessantly checked the carpets of Disney World looking for poison he had seen spilled there--in his mind.... Sherry was terrified of her thoughts about stabbing her baby daughter.... Jeff couldn't silence a mental voice urging him to have sex with men and animals....
Howard Hughes had it. So did historical figures Martin Luther and Ignatius of Loyola. They all suffered from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)--as do over five million Americans who need to know that there is now hope and help. Ian Osborn, M.D., a specialist in OCD and a sufferer himself, has written the first comprehensive book on the experience, diagnosis, and treatment of OCD. He reveals recent discoveries about the disease as a biological disorder--a physical, not a psychological abnormality--and the exciting new therapies that have dramatically changed the future for OCD sufferers.
His wise, compassionate book includes:
Pencil-and-paper tests for self-diagnosis
Six steps to conquering OCD
Medication that works
Early signs that show OCD in children
Guidelines for family members
A comprehensive listing of where to find organizations and support groups--and more
Howard Hughes had it. So did historical figures Martin Luther and Ignatius of Loyola. They all suffered from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)--as do over five million Americans who need to know that there is now hope and help. Ian Osborn, M.D., a specialist in OCD and a sufferer himself, has written the first comprehensive book on the experience, diagnosis, and treatment of OCD. He reveals recent discoveries about the disease as a biological disorder--a physical, not a psychological abnormality--and the exciting new therapies that have dramatically changed the future for OCD sufferers.
His wise, compassionate book includes:
Pencil-and-paper tests for self-diagnosis
Six steps to conquering OCD
Medication that works
Early signs that show OCD in children
Guidelines for family members
A comprehensive listing of where to find organizations and support groups--and more
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OBSESSIVE-COMPULSIVE DISORDER can now be understood on a neurobiological level, yet its symptoms still seem altogether mysterious. Read the first page
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54 of 55 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a beautifully written piece of work. Osborn not only explains OCD but he knows it! I myself suffer from OCD and if it weren't for this book I would still be stumbling around in the dark thinking I was crazy. This book is truly unique in the sense that Osborn's own suffering of OCD allows him to truly delve into the heart of the problem and explain it, unlike some others who inadequately attempt to review and explain the disorder without bringing to light the full extent to which it is suffered by millions of people worldwide. Osborn's compassion and understanding of the subject makes this book a must have, not only for all OCD sufferers but all who wish to understand the chemical disorder of Obsessive-Ccompulsive Disorder. A truly awesome book. I recommend it to anyone looking for enlightenment on the subject.
46 of 47 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I am a licensed psychologist and a patient with obsessive compulsive symptoms. For over five years I have voraciously consumed the available literature to get help for myself and my clients. This book is a must have. Nothing I have read has been better.
Dr. Osborn's magic is in letting himself shine through as a fellow sufferer who is a deeply compassionate practitioner. His case studies show many of the subtle faces of OCD and give us insight into the suffering this disorder can bring.
A real highlight of the book is when he lets his group therapy patients speak to us through their ten strategies for coping with OCD.
This is a six star book.
29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Since I have 2 kids with OCD, I try to read everything available about this disorder. This is easily my favorite book on the subject - I read it from start to finish in a day. I got my children's psychologist to look at it and he now recommends it to all of his patients with OCD. One chapter, Making Sense of Senseless Symptoms, explains this disorder better than anyone else has to me. My daughter has had her friends read it to understand what she has to deal with and why.
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very disappointing
Conisdering the good reviews for this book I was very disappointed indeed. One of the worst books I have ever read on OCD. Read more
Published 12 months ago by L. Gooderidge
Must-read for parents of children with OCD
As a mother of a teenager who has been battling Pure O for the last 5 years, I wish someone had given me this book as soon as she was diagonosed - it would have prevented a lot of... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Loobylou61
Great insight! Thanks Ian Osborn
I was recently diagnosed with OCD and i needed to learn more about it and how to deal with it.This book starts with analytical description of the disorder. Read more
Published on 3 April 2010 by Michalopoulos
Best OCD book I have read. Very enjoyable and informative.
I bought 3 OCD books at once and this is by far the best and most enjoyable to read. This book emphasises that OCD is caused by measurable chemical abnormalities that occur in... Read more
Published on 18 Aug 2009 by Ms. R. M. Thompson
"Face up to your fears. Take Control: Stand up to OCD"
This book is written by some one who has suffered from OCD, and as a result, it tends to provide sensible and relevant advice to the reader. Read more
Published on 10 Dec 2007 by R. S. Rabab
Best book on OCD I have read!
I have suffered from OCD for a number of years and this book is one of the best I have read on the subject (and I have read a lot! Read more
Published on 9 July 2007 by Melons
For the layman
Very good simple to understand explanation of OCD. This has helped me understand the condition . The author is simple but profound in helping the layman understand the reasons for... Read more
Published on 24 Feb 2007 by Muzzy
honest
This is one of the best books that i have read on obsessive compulsive disorder. It is honest and very true to the illness. Read more
Published on 15 Oct 2001
Simply the best and most helpful OCD book around.
Dr. Ian Osborn knows OCD literally inside out. He should; after all, he has it!
There are many self-help books available on the subject of OCD, and many are helpful. Read more
Published on 23 Oct 1998
An excellent resource..well written..real experience
An extremely well written book on obsessive-compulsive disorder! I would recommend this book to people suffering from OCD. Excellent strategies for dealing with OCD. Dr. Read more
Published on 29 July 1998
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