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Alternative & Natural solutions for ADD, ADHD, OCD, tics, Tourette syndrome, Asperger's & Autism

OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Symptoms

Obsessions

Fear of contamination of dirt/germs
Fear that one's actions hurt people or cause bad things to happen
Inability to discard useless items also known as hoarding
Fear of having a serious illness
Innapropriate sexual and aggressive thoughts
need for symmetry/order/exactness



Compulsions

asking for assurances
cleaning
avoidance of places, things or situations
counting
doing certain tasks deliberatly or slowly
doubting and re-checking (ovens, lights, locks, alarms)
ordering and arranging
hoarding
repeating behaviors such as speech or actions
excessive hand washing or bathing


(You may notice that some of the compulsions feed on the obsessions)


Supplements that may help with OCD
Please consult with your Natural Health Care Provider before starting any vitamin/amino acid regimins


Omega 3-6-9
DHA
GABA
Inositol
L-Tryptophan
L-Glutamine
Vitamin B-C-D
Calcium/Magnesium



FOODS



Avoid Caffeine
Avoid excess sugar
Avoid processed foods
Avoid Preservatives, Artificial flavors and colors
Give up milk for 2 weeks and take note of any changes

COMMON FOOD SENSITIVITIES

Dairy
Wheat/gluten
citrus
corn