Q Can OCD be managed at a Korean medicine clinic alone, or is psychiatric treatment essential?
A For mild or early-stage cases, Korean medicine management alone is possible. For moderate or more severe cases, psychiatric collaboration is strongly recommended. The two treatments are complementary.
Detailed Answer
A Realistic Approach Based on Severity
- Mild (less than 1 hour of compulsions per day) — Symptom control is achievable through Korean medicine alone and lifestyle management.
- Moderate (1–3 hours, with onset of functional impairment) — A combination of SSRIs and Korean medicine is effective. Dongjedang can facilitate referrals to collaborating institutions.
- Severe (more than 3 hours, with collapse of daily functioning) — Psychiatric care takes priority; Korean medicine serves a supplementary role.
Dongjedang's Honest Guidance
Dongjedang assesses each patient's condition without exaggeration and provides straightforward guidance when psychiatric treatment is necessary. The direction of care can be decided together at the initial consultation without financial pressure.
Referrals through a collaborative psychiatry network in the Dong-gu and Dongincheon area are also available.
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