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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder And Lack Of Sleep

Hi doctor i need one help.My sister is facing problem with OCD . he is taking medicine but she is unable to sleep in the night continuously for 2 months .Please help me regarding this
Tue, 23 Oct 2012
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hi..it is important to know why she is facing insomnia..or whether she is on sedatives or not..if OCD is associated with depression, there may be insomnia..or OCD per se can cause imsomnia out of anxiety due to obsessional thoughts and compulsive acts..so report her psychiatrist regarding all these and optimize her medication..also look to start behaviour therapy with the help of a clinical psychologist..have a good health..
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Obsessive Compulsive Disorder And Lack Of Sleep

hi..it is important to know why she is facing insomnia..or whether she is on sedatives or not..if OCD is associated with depression, there may be insomnia..or OCD per se can cause imsomnia out of anxiety due to obsessional thoughts and compulsive acts..so report her psychiatrist regarding all these and optimize her medication..also look to start behaviour therapy with the help of a clinical psychologist..have a good health..