Obsessive compulsive disorder

Obsessive compulsive disorder is a mental health condition where a person has obsessive thoughts and engages in compulsive activity.

Note: Although disablement must be caused by a physical or mental health condition, it is the needs and difficulties that result which will determine entitlement rather than the condition itself. As a result, whilst the case law below may be of assistance, it will be important to also look at the case law relating to the activities and issues that affect you too.

Case law

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• Whether person suffering from obsessive compulsive disorder can reliably complete actions
  • [2014] UKUT 112 (AAC)
  • CE/2016/2013
  • MW v Secretary of State for Work and Pensions (ESA)
  • Initiating and completing personal action (LCW)
  • Majority of time / always
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder

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