OCD Stats & Science
We're creating resources to help people learn about OCD in the many ways it impacts their own lives—not just what it looks like on paper. You can search our resources to determine when your intrusive thoughts may be related to OCD.
General talk therapy simply doesn't work for OCD, because the condition requires a highly specialized treatment. So why is it so hard to access?
By B.J. Mendelson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Mindful breathing has been shown to help ease stress, anxiety and even depression. But can it help with OCD?
By Lauren Krouse
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Even if certain forms of treatment haven't worked for you, there are options to help you get on the path to conquering OCD.
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
How to know if your child’s behaviors could be OCD, and the best way to find the help you need.
By David Berreby
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Because OCD is chronic, it’s possible for symptoms to come back from time to time. Here’s what you can do to keep your recovery on track.
By Taylor Haught
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Getting an official diagnosis of OCD can take an average of 13 years. But it doesn't have to! Here’s how to know if you may have the condition, and the best way to get the help you need.
By Lauren Krouse
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
How can I know when I should switch therapists—and find a better match next time?
By Liz Zack
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
While obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can’t be cured, it can absolutely be managed, so you can enjoy a life despite your condition.
By B.J.Mendelson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
OCD can be tricky to spot in kids. Here are the signs to look for, and how to get help.
By Rebecca Strong
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Obsessive-compulsive disorder can look very different depending on what subtype you have. Here, an expert explains.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
What you need to know about whether supplements can really help, according to the research, and the best treatment for OCD.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Ego-dystonic thoughts are ones that are out of sync with who you are and what you believe and value, and can be a hallmark of OCD.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Therapy has helped couples cope with a number of different mental health conditions, including OCD.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder, having a service animal, along with therapy, can help with your symptoms.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn about common subtypes of OCD, from perfectionism OCD to contamination OCD, to relationship OCD.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Research has also found that many mental health conditions may get worse during the winter. Is OCD one of them?
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Scientific studies have debunked this common myth. Let’s look at the reality of OCD and the dangers of attributing “positive” attributes to it.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It’s not uncommon for people to feel like their mental health isn’t “bad enough” to warrant help, but that's a dangerous assumption.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn what a hyperfixation is, what an obsession is, and what the differences are between these often confused experiences.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
These worksheets focus on support systems, mental compulsions, taboo thoughts, relationship OCD, and identifying core fear(s).
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC