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Morbid obsessions with sex, germs, or with one's appearance, and uncontrollable compulsions to hoard objects, to check and recheck locks, or to pull one's hair are just a few of the symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders, which afflict over ten million Americans. Many suffer in isolation, not knowing that their disorder has a name, how to seek help, or how to help themselves. Dr. Penzel discusses the entire spectrum of these disorders, from the classic form characterized by intrusive, repetitive, and often unpleasant thoughts, to body dysmorphic disorder (""imagined ugliness""), trichotillomania (compulsive hair pulling), compulsive skin picking, and nail biting. He takes the reader through each step of the most effective behavioral therapies, detailing how progress is made and how to avoid relapse. He also offers a completely up-to-date discussion of medication--how it is used as part of the overall treatment, its effect on pregnancy, how to choose the best medicine, and how to know if it is working. In addition, Dr. Penzel discusses the treatment of children with these disorders, offers helpful advice for the families of sufferers, and lists sources of help and information (including the latest sites on the Internet).

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 9 reviews)

Left me wanting more by Dave And Leslie Eason

3 Stars
August 14, 2009
Insightful and thought provoking, this dated material is a great primer for the layperson. I found myself identifying with many of the cases of whom Dr. Penzer speaks. On the down side,the book left me wanting more up to date information about new treatments and OCSD studies.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorders by Dr. Fred Penzel by Terry O'Dell

5 Stars
April 07, 2008
Dr. Penzel's book is an excellent resource for the clinician treating OCD. I have used this as a resource for my clients many times and envision doing so in the years to come.

A great book on this subject by Bake Woman (Oregon)

5 Stars
March 06, 2008
This is probably the most thorough book on the subject I have seen. The powerful misconception that accompanies Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: "No one would believe I think and/or act this way..." is refuted because he comprehensively mentions so many different ways this disorder manifests itself. Anyone who suffers from OCD will surely have many of their symptoms mentioned, identified and addressed. I know for me it was reassuring. I wish I had found it years ago.

That's a lengthy one by Oscar A. Pacheco (Rio Negro, PR Brazil)

4 Stars
October 23, 2006
There's no doubt that the author knows a lot about the subject. The book is full with anedoctal examples. They are so many that I sometimes kept wondering if just one psychologist could ever see them all. It's really a complete work, as the title claims, except that it's more a lengthy review than a self-treatment guide. Patients and families will certainly benefit from information, but for recovery they'll have to rely on real therapy - Penzel doesn't deny it, of course - or, at least, obtain a more appropriate "guide".

OCD by Aurora B. (USA)

5 Stars
March 01, 2006
This was a very informative and helpful book for both therapists and those seeking self-help.

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