Summary

- There is significant overlap between OCD and other psychiatric disorders

- While ERP and SSRIs are the gold standard for addressing OCD behaviors, it is also important to address other underlying issues which may contribute to neurotransmitter disruption.

- Trauma history (powerlessness and unsafeness)

- Lack of emotional regulation skills

- Lack of happiness promoting behaviors

- Lack of secure attachment (oxytocin)

- Poor nutrition, sleep, iron deficiency

- Hormone imbalances (gonadal or thyroid)

- Medication side effects (hormones, steroids, thyroid, RLS, antipsychotics)

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