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Info Dump Time! How exciting. Let's dive in. Neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders can be defined as dysfunctions in the brain or nervous system that lead to physical, cognitive, or psychological symptoms. These disorders impact how the brain functions and develops, affecting various aspects, from motor control to emotional regulation. (ie : Ahzeimer, Parkinson, ...) According to the DSM-5, ADHD and Autism are categorized as neurodevelopmental disorders. Now, let’s talk about OCD : While OCD was once classified under the umbrella of anxiety disorders, it is no longer considered just an anxiety-related condition. Since the release of the DSM-5 in 2013, OCD has been placed in its own category: Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. This category also includes conditions like trichotillomania (hair-pulling disorder) or body dysmorphic disorder. Although OCD isn't explicitly labeled as a neurodevelopmental disorder in the DSM-5, there is significant evidence linking it to brain function, particularly in the Cingulate Cortex. This brain region plays a crucial role in emotion regulation, decision-making, and controlling behavior. In individuals with OCD, the cingulate cortex becomes hyperactive, leading to excessive worry and compulsive actions. Why ? Because the overactivity (of this basic survival mechanism) heightened the error detection. Basically, the brain sends constant "error messages" that something isn't right, even when it is. Neuroimaging studies often reveal hyperactivity in the anterior cingulate cortex of people with OCD. Interestingly, I have once read that the neural circuits involved in conditions like ADHD and Autism may share similarities with those involved in OCD. This might help explain the high rates of co-morbidity between these three conditions. The overlap in neural pathways could contribute to why individuals diagnosed with one of these conditions often exhibit symptoms of the others. To summarize, OCD can be considered as: - A neurodivergence - A mental illness (previously categorized under anxiety disorders until the DSM-5), and - A disorder with neurodevelopmental and neurological components (Probably.) Hope that help.