Obsessive Compulsions

Description

Obsessive Compulsions – The OCD of Everyday Life
By C. Thomas Gualtieri

Book Synopsis
Almost everybody has an obsession or feels a compulsion to do something a certain way. Magic numbers, intrusive thoughts, unusual fears and superstitions happen to about four people out of five, but where do these obsessive-compulsive (OC) traits come from? This book explores what they are, why we have them and what we can do about them, through fascinating and highly original insights.

Are you a perfectionist, or can you be fussy? Do you like to have control in certain situations? Or are you overly anxious in others? These are all OC traits, and this book looks at their recent increase in human behaviour, and how they are formed in the brain. Showing that these traits are more common in highly educated, intelligent and successful people, it highlights the positive sides of what have previously been seen as negative quirks.

Weaving together sections that are anecdotal and humorous, with technical and up-to-date scientific information, this groundbreaking book gives a fascinating introduction into an under-discussed personality type.

Review
In a time when representations of OCD feature heavily in the media and it has almost become fashionable to claim ‘I am a little bit OCD’, Dr Gualtieri’s novel offers a frank and illuminating alternative perspective. Through clever use of personal anecdotes and reflection on theory and practice, he seamlessly juxtaposes science with satire to illustrate the obsessive compulsive trait whilst clearly differentiating it from the often disabling disorder. As a professional working with OCD and anxiety disorders, as well as an individual who can definitely identify with the ‘OC trait’, I found this to be a thoroughly enjoyable read offering equal measure of edification and amusement.– Dr Sasha Walters, MsC, PhD, DClinPsy Berkshire CAMHS Anxiety and Depression Pathway, University of Reading

Product details
Paperback: 424 pages
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers; (21 Jun. 2018) United States
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1785928171
Product Dimensions: 16.9 x 3.3 x 23.4 cm