Cathinone-Induced Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
RESOURCES FOR PATIENTS AND CAREGIVERS
Experts aren’t sure of the exact cause of OCD. Genetics, brain abnormalities, and the environment are thought to play a role. It often starts in the teens or early adulthood. But, it can also start in childhood.
US Cases: 236 cases
World Cases: unknown
Sex Ratio: M+/F
Age Onset: Age 19
Brain Area: orbitofrontal cortex, ACC
Symptoms: emergeny-room visits
Progression: post-crash,fatigue,anxiety
Therapies: integrated therapies,exp0sure
Medications: fluoxetine,fluvoxamine
Amazon or Library book: Synthetic Cathinones
Support Groups:
National Institute on Drug Abuse-https://nida.gov.research-topics > synthetic-cathinones