Obsessive Disorders & Addiction
You can’t stop thinking. You have to complete the exact series of steps before allowing yourself to leave the house. You need to wash your hands over and over, or check several times that you have locked a door. You start to pluck your eye brows and then can’t stop. It is as if you have no choice, even though you know what you are doing is irrational. It causes you great anxiety, and you are ashamed of how it may appear to other people.
This is what you may be feeling if you have a condition called Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, also known as OCD.
“Obsessive” refers to thoughts that you can’t control. “Compulsion” means activities that you have to do, even though you don’t want to do them.
Some people experience both components of this very debilitating anxiety disorder. And many people try to control these thoughts and behaviors using alcohol and drugs. When this happens, dual diagnosis therapy is crucial.
You are not alone. According to the National Institutes of Mental Health, approximately 2.2 million Americans have some symptoms of OCD. Many try to hide their symptoms out of shame, and this causes further negative feelings of anxiety and guilt.
We specialize in co-occurring (happening at the same time) problems. Dependency on drugs or alcohol can make treatment for OCD a challenge. We can help. We’ll work with you to create a treatment plan that includes a variety of therapies. If you are a family member, we’ll help you find the best ways that you can positively assist your loved one in mastering his OCD thoughts and behaviors.
Treatment is provided at our inpatient center or as an outpatient. Group and individual therapy, along with medication management, may be part of your rehabilitation plan.
We will work as a team to develop the dual diagnosis treatment plan that is specific to your individual needs. Not a one-size-fits-all treatment, but a unique and meaningful plan designed and implemented for you.
Call us. We can help.
Common Disorders Co-occurring with Addiction
Other Resources on Co-occurring & Dual Diagnosed Disorders