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Mindfulness and OCD
May 22, 2016
View original article published in Psych Central here] Vincent was a young man experiencing intrusive thoughts. All he wanted in life was to get rid of those tormenting images and thoughts once and for all.…
Social Anxiety: The Pervasive Creature in your Mind
January 19, 2016
View original article published in Psych Central here. When Tina took her first job out of college, she thought she could circumvent most of the social events it required. They were not part of her…
Talking To Your Child About OCD
October 15, 2015
Sometimes parents hesitate telling their children that they have OCD. Their reasons may vary, but the most common reasons are the following: They worry about the stigma that surrounds OCD, and the possible negative effects…
Is OCD bullying You? You Now Have Options
October 13, 2015
According to Stopbullying.gov “bullying …involves a real or perceived power imbalance. The behavior is repeated, or has the potential to be repeated, over time.” They also state that those that are bullied “may have serious,…
Relationship OCD and the Doors of Uncertainty
October 11, 2015
[View original article published in Psych Central here] When Adam was about 9 years old, he began to experience contamination obsessive-compulsive disorder. At 14, his fears about possibly getting sick subsided, but he began questioning…
6 Things You Need to Know Before Starting OCD Treatment
June 08, 2015
[View original article published in Psych Central here] If you suffer from OCD, you likely feel exhausted every day. The anxiety and tormenting thoughts may lead you to internal and external rituals. These compulsions provide…
When Your Loved One Has Body Dysmorphic Disorder
April 07, 2015
[View original article published in Psych Central here. Aaron was a senior in high school, and his grades had begun to decline. He wasn’t interested in hanging out with his friends. He seemed depressed. He’d…
Scrupulosity: When OCD Targets Your Religious and Moral Values
January 14, 2015
View original article published in Psych Central here. Whenever Marian was exposed to religious issues, she felt overwhelmed by doubt, guilt and anxiety. She had been steadfast in her devotion since childhood. Lately, though, she’d…
Being Grateful Despite Challenges
November 26, 2014
[View original article published in Psych Central here] There are times when we may feel like we cannot be grateful about anything in our lives. Losing a job or feeling burned out can contribute to…
3 Steps To Take When Life Gets Foggy
October 20, 2014
[View original article published in Answers.com here] What is your first thought when you wake up in the morning? “I’m ready to take on the day!” But maybe you had a restless night and couldn’t…
Starve the OCD Beast and START Making Changes
October 15, 2014
Once upon a time a young man was walking through the mountains near his home. A cute little kitten appeared. It looked hungry and lost. He decided to take it home. He took good care…
What is OCD? OCD Awareness #OCDWeek 2014
October 14, 2014
If you aren’t sure what OCD is, watch this short video. It will enlighten you. Source: IOCDF.ORG
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