Therapeutic Treatments

Definition

Therapeutic treatments refer to interventions or strategies aimed at improving a person's mental, emotional, or physical well-being. In the context of OCD, therapeutic treatments are specific approaches used to alleviate symptoms and improve overall functioning.

Related terms

Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): A form of therapy that focuses on changing negative thoughts and behaviors associated with OCD through techniques such as exposure and response prevention.

Medication: The use of prescribed drugs, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), to alleviate symptoms of OCD.

Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS): A surgical procedure involving the implantation of electrodes in specific brain regions to help regulate neural activity and reduce OCD symptoms.