WHAT TO EXPECT FROM KETAMINE INFUSION THERAPY FOR OCD

 If you or someone you know is struggling with OCD, ketamine infusion therapy may be a good treatment option. Here’s what you can expect from ketamine infusion therapy for OCD:

What Is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder?

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that affects millions of people around the world. OCD is characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions).

Common OCD Symptoms

There are many different types of OCD. The most common types of OCD include:

  • Contamination obsessions & cleaning compulsions
  • Fear of harm obsessions & safety compulsions
  • Symmetry obsessions & ordering compulsions
  • Excessive doubting obsessions & reassurance compulsions
  • Fear of getting sick after handling stuff that other people have touched
  • Questions about whether you correctly locked the door or turned off the stove
  • When things aren’t in order or facing the right way, it causes stress
  • Avoiding circumstances that can set off obsessions
  • Inspecting everything repeatedly (e.g., locks, appliances)
  • Arranging objects in a certain order or with symmetry
  • Needing for everything to appear “absolutely perfect.”
  • Stockpiling of things

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