Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Support Group

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric disorder, more specifically, an anxiety disorder. OCD is manifested in a variety of forms, but is most commonly characterized by a subject's obsessive (repetitive, distressing, intrusive) thoughts and related compulsions (tasks or rituals) which attempt to neutralize the obsessions.

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staceypin 08/19/2010

I have been on Luvox 50mg at night for a week now. I know its going to take some time to work, but I already feel some relief. I don't feel like I am obsessing over everything like I was before. I think forcing myself to exercise is helping to and listening to motivational cd's is helping to stay out of my own head which gets crazy sometimes is helping!!One downside I have noticed on this medication is i get tired early in the afternoon.

Chanel22 08/19/2010

I don't think it would be great for bipolar without a traditional mood stabilizer since it is an antidepressant, but for OCD yes I have heard of it.

Personally I have OCD and BP and take:
Zoloft (for OCD)
Saphris (for BP)
Lamictal (for BP)
Topamax (for BP)
and Deplin - which is like a supplement that works with anticonvulsants and antidepressants..

bethmach 08/20/2010

Luvox has helped me immensely with my OCD. Not only with the obsessions but the compulsions as well. I suggest sticking with it. It is worth the try!

JustBreathe3 08/22/2010

I am on it as well and like you it makes me tired. So I take it at night and it helps immensely. Good luck with it.

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