Medication: The use of antidepressants, such as SSRIs and SNRIs, can relieve obsessive-compulsive symptoms and anxiety and depression.
Psychotherapy: Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure response prevention (ERP) are effective psychotherapy methods for obsessive-compulsive disorder. CBT can help patients identify and change negative thinking patterns and behavior habits, while ERP can reduce anxiety and fear by gradually exposing patients to situations of fear or anxiety.
Physical therapy: For patients with refractory obsessive-compulsive disorder, physical therapy such as transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), modified electroconvulsive therapy (MECT) and deep brain stimulation (DBS) can be used as auxiliary therapy.
Self-regulation: learn how to manage your obsessive-compulsive symptoms, make some rules and plans to control your behavior, and at the same time face life positively and keep an optimistic attitude.
Generally speaking, the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder needs to consider many factors, including the severity of symptoms, the length of the course of disease, personal personality characteristics, family environment and social support. The treatment method also needs to choose the appropriate way according to the individual situation, and if necessary, you can seek professional psychological counseling or the help of a therapist.
Don't make a hasty decision when choosing a treatment institution for obsessive-compulsive disorder. You can understand and compare the situation of different institutions in many aspects, and finally choose the treatment institution that suits you.