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Jan
2021
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1, 2, 3: Counting and OCD
Ernie is a young man with OCD. He has a constant sense that something is wrong, that something terrible is about to
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Jan
2021
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OCD Myths: Debunked
OCD is an extraordinarily misunderstood illness with the general public assuming it’s something it’s not (and
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Jan
2021
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OCD & Emetophobia: Reclaiming Your Life
Between the coronavirus pandemic and flu season, the likelihood of experiencing upset stomach, nausea, and vomiting is
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Jan
2021
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Caffeine and OCD: Is It As Harmful As You Think?
Is there anything better than a hot, steaming mug of coffee first thing in the morning? Many of us can’t imagine life
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Jan
2021
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Why Is OCD So Misunderstood & Misdiagnosed?
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a very common yet very misunderstood diagnosis. Those with the disorder are
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Jan
2021
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The Damaging Jokes Made About OCD
I hold my arms around myself, trying to stop shaking. I’m convinced that somebody I briefly interacted with earlier
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Jan
2021
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The Dangers of Avoidance in OCD
Avoidance, by definition, is the action of keeping away from a person or place or not engaging in a particular task or
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Dec
2020
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Living in the Shadows of OCD: The Lele Pons Story
According to a 2015 study, approximately 8 million (3%) Americans struggle with emotional or psychological distress.
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Dec
2020
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Reassurance in OCD: An Enemy, Not an Ally
Ah, reassurance. According to the dictionary, it’s defined as the “action of removing someone’s doubts or
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Dec
2020
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The Relationship Between OCD and Eating Disorders
Eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) are mental illnesses which share many similarities. The
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Dec
2020
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What’s Wrong with Fido? OCD in Animals
Did you know that 6.5 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year and that 1.5 million of these shelter animals are
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Dec
2020
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Self-Help for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
People with OCD benefit from professional help and are encouraged to work with a therapist who specializes in the
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