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Expertise
I am NOT a doctor. I can answer O.C.D behavior related questions. I can advise how to cope with symptoms, and how to get the most out of your doctor's advice. I cannot answer medication related questions. Any statements resembling diagnosis are matter of opinion. Including your age, sex, what state or country you live in, etc. will help me better answer you. you can make any question private. Try to be as detailed as possible. I will try my best to give you helpful answers.
Experience in the area
After having disabling O.C.D. for most of my life, i have been noted as marginally recovered. I trained as a volunteer counseling assistant / peer in 2002 and 2006, at what was St. Joseph's Hospital M.H.U. in Lancaster, Pa, and Lancaster M.H.M.R.
Education/Credentials
Peer counseling training through Lancaster Assistance, and Lancaster M.H.M.R.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| rhianna | 11/12/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thank you i will see a dr |
| Mark | 08/21/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Ann | 08/17/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Brian R. Feather | 07/12/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | you are cool, so very cool - ..... |
| Scott | 06/30/09 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Brian R. Feather
2009-11-11 ocd:
Hi Rhianna, Yes, in fact you should see a doctor. What you have described are blatant OCD symptoms. They can be relieved usually by meds, sometimes behavioral therapy. OCD is anxiety based, and with
2009-08-19 obsessions:
Mark, these obsessions can be treated/relieved with therapy, possibly in conjunction with meds. your family doctor, or local MHMR can help you in getting assessed, and properly treated. It would seem
2009-08-16 Do I have OCD?:
Hi Ann, OCD can manifest in many ways. I must advise you to speak to your mom/parents immediately. Perhaps show them your message if you are not comfortable talking to them about this. Leave nothing
2009-08-11 22 month old behavior:
Hi, The characteristics described here would concern me. It can not hurt to have him spend an hour being assessed. Than you would know you are doing all you can. Your concerns are well founded, and
2009-08-07 My 3 1/2 year old:
Hi, I am sorry for the delay. I am a father of a 1 yr old daughter. I have OCD myself, and find myself worrying about this same subject. The plain honest answer is a short one. I cant say if its OCD. I
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