Get Help for OCD and Depression
by Laura L. Smith, Ph.D.
...OCD left untreated often leads to depression. The vast majority of people with OCD or depression do not commit suicide, but the risk is certainly greater for them than others without these disorders. Sorry to bring this up during the season to be jolly, but people with OCD and depression don’t usually get better because of the brightness of the holidays. We have a few messages:
by Laura L. Smith, Ph.D.
...OCD left untreated often leads to depression. The vast majority of people with OCD or depression do not commit suicide, but the risk is certainly greater for them than others without these disorders. Sorry to bring this up during the season to be jolly, but people with OCD and depression don’t usually get better because of the brightness of the holidays. We have a few messages:
- There are effective treatments for both OCD and depression. These treatments should include some type of cognitive behavioral therapy. Medication can also be considered but is not always necessary. Many people don’t realize that empirically supported psychotherapies are at least as effective as medication for these problems and usually do a better job of preventing reoccurrences.
- There are many products, cures, and solutions offered on the internet. Some of these treatments are cleverly packaged with pseudo-scientific authenticity claims. Please be careful about buying something that offers a quick fix.
- If you or someone you care about suffers from emotions or behaviors that seem to be getting in the way of happiness and meeting daily responsibilities, please don’t wait. Get help now.
