OCD OVERLOAD

Resent results show that 1 in 100 children suffer from a type of OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). Recent studies have shown that more than 15% of children suffer from a type of anxiety. Although many children in the UK have a type of OCD or anxiety, some cases can lead to stress and depression witch can destroy a child’s life and can eventually lead extreme mental health issues.

However this can be prevented by making sure staff have proper training when dealing with children with mental health issues. OCD can happen in many different circumstances. One of the most common syndromes is worries about germs. A girl in Year 10 (who shall stay unnamed) said, “I have had OCD for most of my life and one day hope to overcome it although, sometimes it’s difficult to live with!”

One of the most devastating types of OCD to have is vivid images of cruelty or in some way seeing a loved family member being abused. A girl in Year 8 cried in the interview as she knew someone who had this.

People with an anxiety disorder are 3 to 5 more times likely to need to see a doctor and six times more likely to be hospitalized for psychiatric disorders than those without anxiety disorders. This shows that anxiety is a terrible mental health disorder. Treatment is out there but sadly only one-third of the people suffering receive treatment!

It's not uncommon for someone with an anxiety disorder to also suffer from depression or vice versa. Nearly one-half of those diagnosed with depression are also diagnosed with an anxiety disorder.

Anyone can help stop OCD and Anxiety by donating to children charities. We believe that mental health awareness should be increased!

 

By Grace and Olivia