What is “Hit-and-Run” OCD? MVA-OCD is a subtype of OCD that involves the fear that you accidentally hit someone while driving. It creates unrelenting doubt, which often results in checking behaviors and reassurance-seeking.
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What Is Mental Contamination OCD? (Real Stories, Real Relief)
What is mental contamination in OCD? Explore powerful, real-life stories of emotional contamination & reclaim your identity with ERP therapy.
OCD & Emotional Contamination: The Symptom You Don’t Know
Emotional contamination in OCD involves the fear of picking up "bad vibes" or other negative qualities from other people.That "Icky" Feeling: Let's Talk About Emotional Contamination in OCD Ever get the weird feeling that somebody’s bad mood or negative...
Brain-Eating Amoeba Fear: Recovery Tips for Water-Related OCD & Anxiety
Do you live in fear that brain-eating amoebas are lurking in lakes, sprinklers, rainwater, or even your own shower? If so, you might be experiencing symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).The natural world is full of weird, wild, and wonderful things...and...
The Hidden Alcohol Fear: When OCD Turns Vanilla Extract into a Threat
Are Grandma's homemade chocolate chip cookies giving you a conniption fit? You might have OCD.Alcohol OCD: Conquering Fears of Accidental Ingestion & Contamination with ERP Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) has long been dubbed the "doubting disease" for its...
OCD: Master Gaslighter of the Mind – How to Defeat Doubt with ERP (Not Logic!!!)
Feeling gaslighted by OCD? Defeat OCD-related doubt through exposure and response prevention (ERP), not logic!One of OCD's most diabolical tricks is its ability to sow seeds of doubt, even about beliefs we hold strongly. Think of it as a tiny, annoying heckler in your...
Sticky Situations: When OCD Gets Really Personal
Let's talk about the elephant in the room (or the bedroom... or the laundry basket...). OCD loves taboo topics, and as such, it can easily infiltrate topics related to semen, sperm, vaginal secretions, and other various sexual fluids...Alright, let's dive into the...
Group Therapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
Living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can feel like being trapped in a cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. It's a relentless struggle that impacts every aspect of life. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy for OCD continues...
OCDSupportGroups.com: Free Support & Evidence-Based Treatment
I'm excited to announce the launch of a new companion website: OCDSupportGroups.com! This site is designed to be a resource for individuals and families affected by OCD and other severe anxiety disorders including social anxiety and panic disorder. It expands...
OCD Scriptathon 2017: A Group Scripting Experience
What: OCD Scriptathon 2017, A Group Scripting Experience Where: Our office! Located at 11380 Prosperity Farms Road, Ste 209A, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410 When: Tuesday, April 11, 2017 from 8:00 PM - Until It Ends If you've ever practiced imaginal exposure,...
OCD Treatment: Back to Basics
In previous posts, I have discussed various aspects of the "OCD Cycle," but it never hurts to have a quick refresher. After all, understanding how OCD works can help you see through its lies and help mobilize you to stand up and challenge it. What is OCD, and how does...
Common Misconceptions About Anxiety & OCD Treatment
People new to OCD treatment often walk through the door with more than a few misconceptions. Here are some common ones: Misconception 1: Anxiety is bad. Actually, anxiety is a normal, functional, biologically-based phenomenon that every person is capable of...