Dr. Schwartz's Weblog. How Our Helpline Works. For those seeking addiction treatment for themselves or a loved one, the MentalHelp.net helpline is a private and convenient solution. Does anyone take Effexor for OCD? mainly for the obsessional side of the disorder? Asked 27 Nov 2012 by mar15 Updated 23 October 2016 Topics effexor, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, doctor Parents and caregivers must understand the unique impact OCD has on children, so that they can help them get effective treatment. Although signs and symptoms of OCD in children and adults share many similarities, important differences do exist. Find Help. Search the Resource Directory for therapists, clinics, treatment programs, support groups, and organizations (such as affiliates and global partners) specializing in OCD and Related Disorders in your area. I am on 20mg on Prozac and 15mg of Buspar, how well does this combination work for anxiety and OCD, and what - Answered by a verified Mental Health Professional by Michael A. Jenike, M.D. Professor of Psychiatry Harvard Medical School Chairman, OC Foundation Scientific Advisory Board. Overview of OCD. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a potentially devastating illness that can result in considerable social and economic disability for both patients and their family members. Prozac is a type of antidepressant called a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor used for treating depression, bulimia, obsessive-compulsive disorder , panic disorder, and premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Prozac is available in generic form. Janet Singer (a pseudonym to protect her son's privacy) shares what helped and what hurt in her son Dan's recovery from severe OCD. What’s Going On? Purely Obsessional OCD, also known as Pure O, is a type of OCD in which a sufferer engages in hidden compulsions. Instead of combating their intrusive thoughts with visible rituals such as hand-washing or counting, they perform repetitive, mental rituals to minimize stress. I have tried prozac but not for anxiety. However, I have horrible panic attacks& anxiety. I have been on Xanax for over 13 years on & off. I have tried all antidepressants and none have worked for me.