The person's own description of the behavior usually leads to diagnosis of the disorder. A physical examination is given to rule out physical cause, and a psychological evaluation is given to rule out other psychiatric disorders. Treatment Treatment consists of a combination of medication and therapy. The most common therapies are cognitive therapy and behavioral therapy. The overall outlook is good with treatment but the disorder may persist for several years.
Complications There are usually no major complications.
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