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Ordinary people have occasional intrusive thoughts with bizarre, sexual, or aggressive content, but they would not be considered to have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) .What is required for someone to be diagnosed with OCD?


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Damage

Harm or injury that reduces the value, operation, or quality of something.

Endocrine System

A collection of glands within the body that release hormones into the bloodstream to regulate processes such as growth, metabolism, and sexual function.

Reticular Formation

A network of neurons located in the brainstem, involved in regulating wakefulness, alertness, and sleep-wake transitions.

Limbic System

An intricate network of nerves and brain regions close to the cortex's boundary, responsible for managing instinct and mood, encompassing various areas. This system regulates fundamental emotions such as fear, pleasure, and anger, as well as primary drives including hunger, sexual desire, dominance, and parental care.

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