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Psychology: Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Resources to support Psychology course.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder in which people have unwanted and repeated thoughts, feelings, ideas, sensations (obsessions), and behaviors that drive them to do something over and over (compulsions). Often the person carries out the behaviors to get rid of the obsessive thoughts (Medline Plus).

This page contains information regarding books, websites, and databases that will aid in research regarding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. 

Books in the Library

Destiny is the online database of materials held by St. Paul's library. It lists all the books, audiovisual materials, and online resources available through the Library.

Try searching for the topic using a Subject Search. The subject search is very helpful in locating resources that have a significant portion of the resource focused on the topic. 

Websites

Databases


Salem Press Health searches two series Genetics & Inherited Conditions and Psychology and Mental Health. Both will provide excellent, well-documented materials on the topic including descriptions, overviews, treatment options, and sources for further study.

EBSCO Research databases
Limit Your Results

The EBSCO's search will access articles and other resources on the topic. The results will include academic, trade, popular serials, and ebooks. Please remember to add limiters to access the specific type of material needed. Remember to click peer review if your teacher has requested you find sources from scholarly journals.

Search Oxford Reference Online

Excellent quick- reference source covering a broad range of subjects. from Oxford University Press. Includes subject encyclopedias and Companion to books. Quick-reference coverage of a broad range of subjects.