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Who is more obsessive male or female?

Published in OCD and Gender 1 min read

Obsessive tendencies, specifically as related to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), appear to vary between males and females across different life stages.

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Gender Differences

While a simple answer is elusive due to mixed research findings, the prevalence of OCD seems to differ based on age and gender. According to recent findings:

  • OCD may be more common among males in childhood.
  • However, OCD becomes more common among females in adolescence and adulthood.

This suggests a developmental aspect to the manifestation of OCD, where the gender most affected shifts over time. Further research is needed to fully understand the underlying reasons for these observed differences.