OCD is a disorder that is often misunderstood. This is in part because there are many myths about OCD that are common misconceptions. In this blog post, we will bust some of the most common myths about OCD and provide accurate information based on scientific research. We will also discuss how Mantra Care can help […]
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Mental health professionals who have an interest in learning how to effectively diagnose and treat OCD have several different training options from which to choose. One of the most respected and well-known organizations involved in providing training for mental health professionals is the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). In this blog post, we will provide an
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If you are a parent who is experiencing intrusive thoughts of harming your child, you are not alone. Perinatal OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder) is a type of OCD that can occur during pregnancy or in the postpartum period. It is estimated that up to 2% of pregnant women and new mothers experience perinatal OCD. If you
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Obsessive-compulsive Disorder is one of the most common mental health problems in the world. It affects people of all ages and backgrounds and can cause a great deal of distress and disruption to everyday life. To fight this problem, we all must understand what OCD is, and how we can help those who suffer from
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It’s not easy telling people about having a mental illness. People have OCD, and it’s something that they struggle with for years. It’s hard to open up about something that makes people feel ashamed and isolated, but it’s important to do. Mental illnesses are still seen as taboo by many people, and that needs to
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Do you know what OCD is? Chances are, you do. But do you understand it? Probably not. The truth is that OCD is misunderstood by many people. This is because of the stigma that surrounds it. People often think of OCD as a dirty word, something to be ashamed of. But this isn’t true at
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Do you ever have dreams about being OCD? If so, what do they mean? In this blog post, we will discuss the meaning of OCD dreams and how to deal with them. Dreams are a way for our subconscious minds to communicate with us. They can offer us insight into our thoughts and feelings, as
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ACT or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is one of the most effective therapies for OCD that has been around for a while. It is a form of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) that helps individuals to change the way they think and behave. The therapy was first developed in 1986 by Steven Hayes, Kelly Wilson, and
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Do you ever have thoughts that make you feel uncomfortable like maybe you shouldn’t be thinking them at all? Incidentally, you’ve experienced intrusive thoughts. Intrusive thoughts are conflicting causing the type of OCD symptom that can cause a lot of uneasiness and agitation. In this blog post, we will discuss what intrusive thoughts are, how
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There is a lot of discussion around whether or not yoga can be effective in treating OCD. This is a complex question to answer, as OCD is a complicated mental health condition. In this blog post, we will explore the question of yoga and OCD in depth. We will look at what OCD is, how
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