According to the victim, Stephanie, "If I got to number 17 on the math test, I would have to tap my pencil 17 times" (Weiskopf 19). Stephanie shows signs of obsessive-compulsive disorder. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disorder in which the individual becomes obsessed or compulsive about something. Because of the extremely focused events and tasks, OCD will affect how children and adolescents behave in school. Obsessive-compulsive disorder can also cause several problems in daily life. Because of severe obsessions and compulsions, obsessive-compulsive disorder poses a serious, but unexamined, threat to adolescents at school and at home, which can lead to further complications, but can be treated. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is caused not only by environmental factors, but also by genetic components. OCD can be traced through family history, but there is no direct factor that can be passed on. If a family member is diagnosed with OCD, the risk of other close relatives inheriting the condition increases. According to OCD Education Station, “genetics contribute approximately 45-65% of the risk of developing the disorder,” but “other factors such as environment also play a vital role” (“Facts”). Sometimes there may be a sudden onset of the disease rather than a genetic component. When a sudden onset of OCD occurs, the provocation of the disorder may be linked to strep throat or to a mental, physical, or behavioral change in the individual. Not only can OCD be linked to genetic components or a sudden onset, but OCD can also be produced by environmental factors. Behavioral, mental and environmental factors such as stress, the death of a loved one or paper clutter......ssive-compulsive is a treatable, but serious, danger for adolescents because of extreme compulsions and obsessions. This disorder is caused by multiple factors related to both the environment and genetics. OCD is made up of common signs and symptoms found in those who suffer from recurrent extreme obsessions and compulsions. There are four different types of obsessive-compulsive disorder: checking, contamination, hoarding, and rumination. OCD is a disorder whose symptoms can be relieved by therapy, interventions, and medications. Obsessive-compulsive disorder is treatable, but other disorders can also occur and exist due to the presence of OCD. Although the symptoms and presence of OCD may be reduced, the anxiety and emotions related to OCD will remain in the sufferer for life through other disorders or regular daily events..