A long-held view is that compulsive behaviors involve individuals getting stuck in a "habit loop" that overrides self-control ...

The Mayo Clinic defines obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as: “Unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead you to do repetitive behaviors (compulsions).” OCD is a form of anxiety disorder ...

A history of childhood neglect can manifest in romantic relationships as maladaptive attempts at regulating a fear of abandonment and feelings of unworthiness.

From work meetings to first dates, it's essential to adjust our behavior for success. In certain situations, it can even be a ...

In a review of previous studies, McMaster University researchers observe a stronger signal for psilocybin as a treatment for ...

Drugs called SSRIs didn’t ease obsessive-compulsive symptoms in children with the disorder Prozac, a commonly prescribed medication for kids and teens with autism, is no more effective than a placebo ...

Share on Pinterest New research suggests there may be a link between the number of hours a child spends playing video games and their risk of developing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Carol ...

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — Many preteens are eagerly waiting to open their new PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch wrapped under the Christmas tree. Researchers with UC San Francisco, however, are cautioning ...

Is compulsive behavior common in people with Alzheimer’s or dementia? When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, many aspects of his or her life are forced to change and will ...