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OCD and Panic Attacks: What to Know

Last updated: September 21, 2025 Obsessive-compulsive disorder and panic attacks can both limit your ability to live the life you want. Sometimes they’re meaningfully related, and sometimes they’re not. Read on to learn more.  What Is Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? OCD is a mental health condition that involves two primary symptoms: obsessions and/or compulsions. Obsessions are……