Unraveling Magical Thinking in OCD and How to Overcome It Living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can often feel like being caught in a whirlwind of anxiety and relentless thoughts. One particularly puzzling form is magical thinking. Understanding this unique aspect…
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts and OCD Intrusive thoughts—those unwanted, distressing thoughts that seem to pop into our minds out of nowhere—are something almost everyone experiences. But for individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), these thoughts become more than just a fleeting annoyance.…
Understanding Family Accommodations in OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a challenging mental health condition that affects more than 1 in 100 people worldwide. When a family member is diagnosed with OCD, it doesn’t just impact the individual—it affects the entire…
The Role of Vitamin D in Mental Health and OCD For those grappling with OCD or anxiety, the quest for effective treatments can sometimes feel like an endless maze. While ERP therapy and medications remain at the forefront, there's growing…
How to Tell the Difference Between Being Suicidal and Self-Harm OCD Living with OCD can be incredibly challenging, especially when intrusive thoughts begin to overlap with serious mental health concerns like suicidal ideation. For many OCD sufferers and their families,…
Rituals in Childhood: Normal Behavior or OCD Onset? Rituals and routines form an integral part of our lives, offering a sense of structure and predictability. For children, these routines can be especially important, helping them to feel secure in their…
Understanding Bedtime Fears in Children: An Overview of OCD, Anxiety, and Typical Childhood Fears If you’re the parent of a young child, chances are you’ve experienced the nighttime routine where your little one stalls bedtime, asks for one more story,…
The Importance of Relapse Prevention for OCD After ERP Therapy Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be incredibly challenging, but the right treatment can make a world of difference. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy is one of the most…
Do I Have Anxiety or OCD? Anxiety and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) are two mental health conditions that can often be confused with one another. This confusion is not uncommon, especially when it comes to diagnoses made by therapists who may…
The Limitations of Talk Therapy for OCD Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition that can profoundly disrupt a person's life. The mainstays of OCD treatment have traditionally been medication and psychotherapy, commonly referred to as "talk therapy."…