www.theguardian.com1 month agoMental healthI was the poster girl for OCD. Then I began to question everything I'd been told about mental illnessDiagnosis of OCD brought clarity and relief amid years of secrecy and misunderstanding. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being1 month agoMental healthReal Event OCD: How Real Is It & How to Overcome This OCD SubtypeReal-event OCD fixates on past events, causing intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Cycle of doubt and anxiety in real-event OCD leads to seeking reassurance and engaging in compulsions. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com2 months agoCareerHarriette Cole: My in-laws expect me to follow their household routineUnderstanding and softening expectations in a blended household is crucial for harmonious living. Open and respectful communication is key to navigate challenges and differences in a shared living space. [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being4 months agoMental healthOCD Attacks: What They Look Like And How to Cope With ThemOCD attacks are intense episodes of OCD symptoms that cause distress and anxiety OCD attack triggers can vary from person to person [ more ]
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being4 weeks agoMental healthThe OCD Twist You Didn't Know: Recognizing OCD Opposite ThoughtsOCD opposite thoughts, known as 'moral scrupulosity,' push individuals to act against their core values, leading to distress and seeking temporary relief through compulsions. [ more ]
Slate Magazine5 months agoCareerHelp! My Friend's Mom Said Some Terrible Things About Her. But Uh, She's Right.The letter writer is concerned about their friend's mental health and believes she may have OCD. The friend's mother uses her symptoms to deflect blame and refuses to support her seeking a diagnosis and medication. [ more ]