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Debunking the myths of OCD - Natascha M. Santos

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There’s a common misconception that if you like to meticulously organize your things, keep your hands clean, or plan out your weekend to the last detail, you might be OCD. In fact, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) is a serious psychiatric condition that is frequently misunderstood by society and mental health professionals alike. Natascha M. Santos debunks the myths surrounding OCD.

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  • Educator Dr. Natascha M. Santos
  • Producer Zedem Media
  • Artist Constantinos Hadjidemetri
  • Director Michael Kalopaidis
  • Animator Maria Savva, Andria Pourouti
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