I don't understand why the DSM-5 has taken OCD out of the category of Anxiety Disorders. For one we all have Anxiety as humans probably constantly at some level or another. The thoughts, images etc are formed from that human Anxiety, so why take it out when that is the principle symptom of the OCD Disorder ?

Is it in its own category now?

Yes, but to imply it's not part of a Anxiety group is wrong in my opinion. I believe who came up with that has never suffered from OCD.

That's unfortunate, since OCD personally has been the thing that has brought me sleepless nights, stomach problems and depression.

The cause has not been proven and thanks for your feedback. I for one believe it's a learned trait on how our upbringing occurred. Like I said no one knows for sure but I know Anxiety is the main ingredient like sugar to cake. Thanks 😊

Ok did some research and it's eye opening just now. So is this a gene your born with or just born with. I believe science completely and what you believe can be the truth sometimes .

Just read the anxiety doctor post thank you will continue my research.