Olfactory Reference System
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Olfactory reference syndrome (ORS) is characterized by a preoccupation with a perceived body odor that others don’t notice. People with ORS may experience significant distress and impairment in social and occupational functioning.
US Cases: 40 million
World Cases: 60 million
Sex Ratio: varies
Age Onset: age 21
Brain Area: olfactorybulb,piriformcortex
Symptoms: Imagined personal odor
Progression: Bridge device-reduces fear&anxiety
Therapies: methadrone,buprenorphine
Medications: sertaline,paroxtine,fluoxetine
YouTube Video: Olfactory Reference Disorder explained
Support Groups:
Choosing Therapy.com-https://choosingtherapy.com)olfactory-reference