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15 hours ago
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He felt 'chased' by anxiety and got help online. Now that resource experts trust could be shut down | CBC News

fromIndependent
4 months ago
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'My OCD symptoms started when I was eleven. I was washing my hands so excessively I left droplets of blood wherever I went'

fromwww.cbc.ca
15 hours ago
Mental health

He felt 'chased' by anxiety and got help online. Now that resource experts trust could be shut down | CBC News

fromIndependent
4 months ago
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'My OCD symptoms started when I was eleven. I was washing my hands so excessively I left droplets of blood wherever I went'

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fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Asking Eric: What do I do with what my teen told me about her mother?

Daughter feels disconnected from mother due to her being closed off about her past, affecting their relationship.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Do Gut Bacteria Contribute to OCD?

Gut bacteria are linked to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Mendelian randomization indicates these bacteria can cause OCD.
Dietary changes could serve as a viable treatment for OCD.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Perfectionism and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Perfectionists seek external validation to prove their self-worth, often leading to cycles of obsessive thoughts and behaviors.
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Addressing the Need for Certainty in OCD

The tussle with uncertainty has several manifestations, such as pursuing unattainable romantic prospects or striving for status while overlooking personal enjoyment.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Agitation: More Than Just Anxiety

Anxiety encompasses differing psychological disorders requiring varied treatments; understanding nuances is essential.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Can't Sleep With OCD? Here's What Actually Helps

OCD sleep disruption involves unique neurobiological mechanisms, not just stress.
Compulsions and cognitive hyperarousal severely impact rest.
Tailored strategies like ERP and light therapy are essential.
Addressing sleep is vital for effective OCD recovery.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Swipe, Spiral, Repeat: OCD and Dating

OCD exacerbates dating challenges through obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors.
Limerence can mislead individuals to idealize partners while ignoring red flags.
Fear of disclosing OCD leads to anxiety about judgment during dating.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Why Identifying the Core Fear Matters in OCD Treatment

While each of these individuals are describing contamination fears on the surface, we haven't yet uncovered what's underneath. The driving force behind them can be worlds apart.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

OCD and Eating Disorders: A Dangerous Alliance

When OCD and eating disorders co-occur, they mutually reinforce each other, complicating recovery and necessitating a combined therapeutic approach for effective treatment.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

How to Overcome an Obsession With a Partner's Past

Retroactive jealousy involves obsessive thoughts about a partner's past, leading to distress and compulsive behaviors similar to those found in OCD.
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