Many people see a person who is overly fussy, or what they would call obsessive-compulsive as being funny, or a person to laugh at. They may be someone who is super orderly with their things. They arrange their closet based on colors, their house is squeaky clean, and everything is in its proper place.

You might call them obsessive-compulsive, but that term doesn’t pertain to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The person who is fussy is possibly a perfectionist, which is a different thing. Having OCD is not funny at all.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Overview

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Heart pounding, profuse sweating, inability to breathe normally, and cannot think straight. Have you ever felt like this? Have you ever felt like you are about to explode, yet don’t know where you can run to?

If you experience feelings like this, don’t misinterpret them as having any physical problem, such as a heart attack or asthma attack. Your pounding heart and breathing problem may be a mental health issue known as a ‘panic disorder.’

This disorder, if left ignored, can adversely affect your quality of life. It can also lead to other types of fears and mental health issues, such as depression. It can also cause problems at work and interfere with your social life.

Common Causes of Panic Disorder

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