OCD, Anxiety & Sleep Resources
Tips, reading materials and professional essays from our team
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OCD Quiz: Now You Need to Answer Just 4 Questions!
Every week, people ask me – “Do I have OCD? How can I test it?”. The short answer is that…
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Enhancing Sleep with Cognitive-Behavioral Approaches: Challenging Cognitive Themes for Better Sleep
“Sleep disturbances are often maintained from maladaptive thought patterns. By challenging maladaptive thought patterns such as catastrophic thinking or fear…
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OCD Explained: A Deep Dive into Research, Cognitive Behaviors, and the Impact on the Mind
“I’ve been living with OCD for years, and it’s been a challenging journey. Understanding why I have it while others…
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Why is my confidence so fragile? A guide to cognitive themes related to self-esteem
I often find myself grappling with confidence issues. Mornings usually start with a heavy dose of self-criticism, as I look…
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Navigating the Labyrinth of OCD: Reddit Versus Reality
As a clinical psychologist, I have witnessed the burgeoning dialogue about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) on various social media platforms, including…
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Rumination OCD – 8 tips
Ever since I can remember, my mind has been a relentless machine, churning out an endless stream of ‘what-ifs’ and…
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Designing a Calmer Mind: My Life with OCD and the Power of ocd.app
Hello to all, I’m Jan. I come from Singapore, and I work as an architect. English is not my first…
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Discovering Beck’s Cognitive Behavioral Theory: A Revelation in Mental Health
I still remember the day I stumbled upon Dr. Aaron T. Beck’s groundbreaking work on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). As…
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Pure O OCD Test: Understanding and Self-Assessing Intrusive Thoughts
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and the urge to perform repetitive behaviors…
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Resentment in Relationships and ROCD: Understanding the Cognitive Connection
In any romantic relationship, emotions run deep. Love, passion, and shared experiences form a strong bond, but along the journey,…
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Building Cognitive Resilience in Individuals with OCD: Addressing Maladaptive Beliefs
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a debilitating condition that is characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental…
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Breathing and Relaxation in Times of Hardship: A Cognitive Behavioral Perspective
Breathing and Relaxation in Times of Hardship: A Cognitive Behavioral Perspective In a world punctuated by challenges, uncertainties, and unforeseen…
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Preparing for Financially Tough Times: A Cognitive Guide for Individuals with OCD
Financial challenges can be daunting for anyone, but for individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), the cognitive distortions that often accompany…
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OCD: Reassurance-seeking vs. seeking support
Bonjour, I’m Marie, a 30-year-old designer from Paris. For years, my life was overshadowed by a constant need for reassurance,…
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Oversharing and OCD (tips inside)
Note: It’s important to note that not everyone with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) will “overshare,” and the reasons for sharing personal…
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Session 6: Confidence in memory
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 6 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The familiar calm…
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OCD: Here are 5 tips you should NOT follow
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental…
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Session 5: Sue’s OCD journal
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 5 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The room is…
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Test Yourself: Do I Have “Pure O” OCD?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions).…
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9 Tips: ROCD and General Anxiety Disorder
For as long as I can remember, I’ve been a worrier. But it wasn’t until my late twenties that I…
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Session 3: Fear of Uncertainty and how to beat it
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 3 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The ambiance remains…
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Session 2: Sue has OCD, now what’s the plan?
Our ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office Session 2 at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The room remains…
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Unleash Your Inner Strength: Strategies to Overcome OCD Negative Self-Talk
Discover powerful strategies to overcome negative self-talk associated with OCD. Unleash your inner strength and effectively manage your thoughts for a healthier mindset.
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Unlock Your Potential: Using Mindfulness to Target OCD Negative Thinking
Discover the power of mindfulness in targeting negative thinking patterns associated with OCD. Learn effective techniques to unlock your potential and find peace of mind.
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Empower Yourself: Tools and Techniques for Overcoming Negative Self-Talk
Discover powerful tools and techniques to overcome negative self-talk and empower yourself. Boost your self-confidence and achieve personal growth.
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Session 1: OCD and CBT Therapy
Our new ‘Sessions‘ series explores sessions at the Clinical Psychologist’s Office The room is softly lit and designed to feel…
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The OCD Paradox (and how to solve it)
I’m Eva, a wedding photographer who’s had the privilege of capturing countless beautiful moments. That joy was tainted when I…
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How can I learn more about OCD?
My name is Alex, and I was diagnosed with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder four months ago. I’ve always had a vivid imagination,…
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My OCD Diary: 7 Days in Italy
Today, I visited the Leaning Tower of Pisa. Now, there’s a monument that understands me. Day 5 with OCD in…
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How OCD affects your daily life – and 5 tips to improve it
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition that can significantly impact a person’s daily life. Here are some…
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The most common non-OCD mental disorders that people with OCD have
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition that is frequently accompanied by other disorders. These co-occurring disorders include…
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OCD Tips: The Only List You Will Ever Need (Until There’s a Better One)
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by recurring, unwanted thoughts, ideas, or sensations (obsessions) that drive…
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OCD Tips: 7 tips for cognitive biases
Understanding and Managing Cognitive Distortions: Empowering Individuals with OCD Through Cognitive-Behavioral Techniques What are cognitive biases? Cognitive biases are systematic…
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Discovering a Lifeline: My Journey with OCD and OCD.app
Guest post by @natpollick Hello, my name is Nat, and I’m sharing my story to help raise awareness about obsessive-compulsive…
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OCD and Travel: 3 tips
“My partner and I had been planning our trip to Europe for months. We were both excited about the adventure,…
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How we think, Part 1: Generalization and OCD
Cognitive biases, including the problematic generalization often seen in OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder), can occur in various situations. They can…
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10 famous people who are coping with OCD
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and walks of life, and occurs…
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What are the most common questions for people with OCD?
People diagnosed with or suspecting they might have OCD often find themselves with a multitude of questions. The nature of…
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Why some people might only discover they have OCD later in life: 6 reasons
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. However, not everyone with OCD is…
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ROCD or Wrong relationship: How do I know?
ROCD is characterized by obsessive thoughts and doubts about one’s romantic relationship. These doubts can stem from various aspects, such…
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Is OCD neurodivergent?
My name is Eva, and I have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, or OCD for short. My brain works a bit differently than…
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What is the best OCD self treatment?
The cost of OCD therapy can vary widely depending on factors such as location, type of treatment, duration, and insurance…
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OCD recovery – why is it so hard?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be challenging to recover from for various reasons. My name is Sarah, and I’m a 33-year-old…
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OCD: 9 lesser known tips, rated
OCD, or obsessive-compulsive disorder, is a condition that fills people’s lives with persistent thoughts (obsessions) and a strong urge to…
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What do the new advancements in AI mean for people with OCD?
New advancements in AI have the potential to positively impact people with OCD in several ways, including: What about risks?…
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Thought challenging: 5 steps to overcoming OCD
I found myself plagued by intrusive thoughts that seemed to consume my every waking moment. No matter how hard I…
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4 signs that you may be unintentionally enabling your partner’s OCD
I had always relied on my spouse’s support to manage my OCD, but lately, I had started to feel like…
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OCD Digital therapeutics: Why is OCD difficult to treat?
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that is notoriously difficult to treat, and medication is often only partially…
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Anxiety Management: Quick Relief or Long Term Change?
From the perspective of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), seeking quick relief from anxiety may provide temporary relief, but it is…
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Social Anxiety and OCD
Social anxiety disorder (SAD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are both anxiety disorders that can co-occur in some individuals. Although the…
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Tech Burnout and OCD: Katie’s story
Once upon a time, there was a woman named Katie who was an engineer at one of the biggest tech…
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OCD on Screen: How is OCD Depicted on Film?
There are several films and TV shows that portray characters with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Some of these include: It’s important…
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OCD, fear of harm and reframing negative thoughts
People with OCD can get stuck on a variety of intrusive thoughts, images, or urges, also known as obsessions, that…
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Here are 5 tips for people with OCD who want to stop procrastinating
Procrastination is a common issue that affects many people, regardless of their background or personality. It refers to the tendency…
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OCD: the neurobiology
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterized by persistent, uncontrollable thoughts, fears, or doubts (obsessions) that drive…
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On CBT, AI and OCD
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a popular approach to mental health treatment that focuses on how thoughts and beliefs can…
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Anxiety: 3 common negative biases
Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. One of the key features of anxiety…
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OCD app: my first 3 days
Guest post by Christine Day 1 I woke up feeling really anxious today. I’m not sure what’s causing it, but…
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4 tips for people who just found out they have OCD
I was recently diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). For years, I had struggled with intrusive thoughts and the need to…
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My OCD during the holidays
(Guest post by Vince) The holiday season is usually a time for celebration and joy, but for me, it brings…
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My coworker told me she has OCD. How can I help her?
I work in a bank, and recently a co-worker of mine confided in me that she struggles with Obsessive Compulsive…
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OCD Conversations: going on holiday (and almost missing the flight)
Here is an example of a conversation between a person with OCD and their partner as they are about to…
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OCD: Facts and figures
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder characterized by obsessions and compulsions. People with OCD often have repetitive thoughts, urges,…
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5 Fear of Contamination OCD themes
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health disorder that is characterized by recurrent and unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors…
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OCD and cognitive themes
When we think of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), we often only think of it as a disorder. However, it can…
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3 CBT tips to deal with self criticism and depression
Self-criticism has been found to be related to depression in a number of studies. One study found that people who…
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Postpartum OCD: 3 common themes
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental disorder in which people have unwanted and repeated thoughts, feelings, images, or sensations (obsessions)…
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5 tips for mental preparation to the holiday season
The holidays can be a tough time for people for a number of reasons. Studies have shown that the holidays…
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3 CBT tips to help boost confidence
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of therapy that helps people change their negative thinking and behavior patterns. CBT…
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3 tips for using mindfulness to help OCD
When I was first diagnosed with OCD, I was really scared. I had no idea what was happening to me…
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10 most common obsessions of OCD
There are many different types of OCD, and each person with OCD may have different obsessions, or things that trigger…
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5 tips to reduce OCD checking
It can be difficult for people with OCD to resist the urge to check for things. They may feel like…
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3 tips for OCD and dating
It’s not easy living with intrusive thoughts and OCD. Trying to date people and run a normal life can be…
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Treating your body as an object: What it means and 4 tips on how to fix it
We all have bodies, and we all have to take care of them – but sometimes it can be easy…
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OCD, PTSD, and how to cope with both
After my car accident, I was diagnosed with PTSD. I was having intrusive thoughts about accidents and feeling like I…
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3 Tips for improving your confidence if you have OCD
People with OCD often have issues with confidence because they are constantly doubting themselves and their abilities. This can be…
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5 examples of magical thinking when you have OCD
If you have OCD, it’s likely that you suffer from magical thinking. This is when you believe that your thoughts,…
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7 tips to deal with social anxiety
If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from social anxiety, you know how debilitating it can be.…
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ROCD: 4 tips for living with a person who has Relationship OCD
“I have lived with my partner for four years, and during that time they have been diagnosed with ROCD. It…
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OCD and Trauma
When we think of trauma, we often think of events like car accidents, natural disasters, or physical or sexual abuse.…
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6 meditation tips for people with OCD
If you’re one of the many people who suffer from OCD, you know how difficult it can be to manage…
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