OCD Treatment
Why OCD Gets Tossed Around So Lightly in Conversation
You hear it at work in casual conversation, on the subway on your way home, and even at the grocery store — “I am so OCD about…” or, “My partner is so OCD when it comes to…” While the term OCD is being thrown around in general conversations as an adjective, there are people who…
Read MoreOCD and Overcoming Failure to Launch Syndrome
Imagine worrying endlessly about your safety. Whenever you try to relax one question springs forward: am I in danger? This endless worrying causes you to arrive late for events and leave early out of insecurity. Perhaps, your only way to combat the unshakeable notion that you are in danger is to constantly confirm that you…
Read MoreMagical Thinking OCD: It Keeps the Tigers Away
Magical thinking obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) creates a unique perspective on the world. It’s like having a little voice inside your head constantly whispering irrational beliefs and fears. But for young adults struggling with OCD, magical thinking can seem like the only way to keep the metaphorical tigers at bay. According to the National Institute of Mental…
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