Healthdirect Free Australian health advice you can count on.

Medical problem? Call 1800 022 222. If you need urgent medical help, call triple zero immediately

healthdirect Australia is a free service where you can talk to a nurse or doctor who can help you know what to do.

beginning of content

Search results for: "Obsessive Compulsive Disorder"

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder. It can cause unwanted thoughts and behaviours. Learn about OCD symptoms and treatment.

Read more

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Course - online program

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Course from MindSpot, is a clinically-proven treatment that helps adults aged 18 years and over to manage obsessions and compulsions.

Read more

OCD Program

The OCD Program from This Way Up is an online program to learn practical strategies to better manage obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours, and reduce how much they interfere with daily life.

Read more

OCD Stop! - online program

OCD Stop! online program from Mental Health Online is designed to help adults over 18 to understand more about obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and to learn strategies to better manage OCD improve their overall mental health and wellbeing.

Read more

Trichotillomania

Trichotillomania is a mental health disorder where you feel compelled to pull out hair. It can be embarrassing and distressing, but help is available.

Read more

Tourette syndrome

People with this syndrome make involuntary repetitive sounds and movements. Most don't need treatment, and relaxation exercises may reduce symptoms.

Read more

Health and wellbeing apps

Browse our selection of healthcare apps from our trusted information partners.

Read more

Anxiety in children

Anxiety in children can cause distress. Learn about symptoms of anxiety and anxiety disorders in children, and how to help a child with anxiety.

Read more

Anxiety in teenagers

Anxiety and anxiety disorders can impact your teenager’s life. Find out more about the symptoms, treatment and how to help your teen with anxiety.

Read more

St John's wort

St John's wort can treat mild-to-moderate depression. It isn't safe for everyone, and can even be dangerous for some. Learn if it's right for you.

Read more

Healthdirect 24hr 7 days a week hotline

24 hour health advice you can count on

1800 022 222

Government Accredited with over 140 information partners

We are a government-funded service, providing quality, approved health information and advice

Australian Government, health department logo ACT Government logo New South Wales government logo Northern Territory Government logo Queensland Government logo Government of South Australia logo Tasmanian government logo Victorian government logo Government of Western Australia logo

Healthdirect Australia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners and to Elders both past and present.