Why Do People Develop OCD? Understanding the Causes and Treatment Options

Repeated checking, excessive cleaning, constant worry—could it be OCD? This article explores the genetic, environmental, and personality factors behind obsessive-compulsive disorder, and explains why flexibility, not perfection, is key to recovery.

Dr. Yishan XuNovember 20, 2025OCD, obsessive compulsive disorder, anxiety, exposure therapy, ERP, mindfulness, mental health, Mind Body Garden Psychology, Wei Liao, therapy, perfectionism, trauma, behavioral health, psychotherapy, mental wellnessComment

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