If you are struggling with OCD and its effects on your relationships, you are not alone. OCD can be a very disruptive force in any relationship. It can cause fights, tension, and even separation. In this blog post, we will discuss how to cope when OCD disrupts your relationship. We will provide tips and advice […]
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Depersonalization and OCD often go hand in hand. In this blog post, we will discuss what depersonalization is, how it is related to OCD, as well as what you can do to get help. If you are struggling with depersonalization, please know that you are not alone. Many people suffer from this condition, and there
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Do you constantly pick at your skin? If so, you’re not alone. Skin picking, also known as dermatillomania, is a common problem that can cause a lot of distress. In this blog post, we will discuss habit reversal training (HRT) and how it can help you stop picking your skin. HRT is a behavioral treatment
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Living with OCD can be a disability. It is a mental illness that affects how you think, feel, and behave. There are a lot of stigmas attached to OCD, and many people don’t understand what it is like to live with the disorder. In this blog post, we will discuss the reality of living with
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Homicidal thoughts are not as uncommon as one might think. In fact, according to the National Institute of Mental Health, around 2% of the population experiences obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in some form or another. Out of that percentage, a good number of people may also experience intrusive thoughts that lead to homicidal ideation. If you
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OCD is an acronym for Obsessive-compulsive Disorder. It is a mental disorder that causes individuals to experience recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and urges to engage in specific behaviors or activities (compulsions) to reduce anxiety. There are different types of OCD, with checking OCD being one of them. In this blog post, we will be discussing
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It’s not every day that you hear about a mental disorder that is linked to another. It’s pretty rare. But did you know that OCD and schizophrenia are linked? While the two disorders are different, they do share some common symptoms. In this blog post, we will discuss the link between OCD and schizophrenia, as
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in children is categorized under the same umbrella as OCD found in adults. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders Fifth Edition (DSM-5) states that OCD symptoms must be present before the age of 18 years and must cause clinically significant distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas
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The American Psychiatric Association has just released the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), and with it comes a new diagnosis for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): DSM-5 OCD. This new criterion is based on research that has been conducted over the past few years, and it further replaces the DSM-IV
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Do you have a hard time making decisions? Do you frequently doubt your actions? If so, you may be struggling with scrupulosity. It can be very debilitating and interfere with daily life. In this blog post, we will discuss what scrupulosity is, the different degrees of severity, and the common symptoms. We will also offer
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