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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.
There’s a scientific connection between this time of the month and the thoughts that cross your mind. Learning more about it is the first step to finding some relief.
By Melanie Dideriksen, LPC, CAADC
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
OCD will take any opportunity to infiltrate your life—including promising a false sense of safety after trauma.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
The trauma resulting from an abusive relationship can lead to conditions like PTSD and OCD—both of which feature symptoms like distressing intrusive thoughts.
By Melanie Dideriksen, LPC, CAADC
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Intrusive thoughts in OCD can certainly make you feel overstimulated—and cause additional stress and anxiety.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Intrusive thoughts happen to everyone, but if they cause you significant distress, they might be a sign of an underlying issue, like OCD or C-PTSD.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, belongs to a category of conditions known as BFRBs—and the good news is that it's treatable.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
These are two distinct types of thoughts, but they can both carry a lot of fear and shame. Here’s what you can do about them.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
In this article, we'll discover what trichotillomania (hair pulling) is, how it may cause balding, and how it can be treated.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
While OCD and psychosis are distinct conditions, they do share some potential connections and fascinating relationships.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Let’s explore what body checking is, why it can become a mental health concern, and how to get it under control if it is.
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Loss is an inevitable part of life—and yet, it often feels unthinkable. Despite how universal the experience of death is, preparing for it can trigger
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Questioning your sexuality is a deeply personal experience, and it’s more common than you might think. If you feel alienated by traditional expectations
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Phantosmia, also known as an olfactory hallucination or phantom smell, is when a person smells something that isn’t actually there. It can be any kind of
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Mental health terms are often misused in casual conversation, and “delusional” is no exception. Typically, it’s used as an insult to describe someone who
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Humans are creatures of habit—we have a tendency to find solace in our daily routines. However, life can be unpredictable and chaotic, and sometimes we
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Many people worry about gaining weight—it’s a common concern, after all. While some might address their concerns by following their doctor’s advice,
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Many researchers have confirmed what most humans already know to be true: Love is a biological necessity, just like water or food. Close personal
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Boundaries aren’t just about learning to say no—they’re the guidelines we establish to protect our well-being. You’ll encounter boundaries in every
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
We all blame ourselves from time to time; it’s part of being human. Maybe you think back to a tough moment and wonder: What if I had done things
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse that can make you question your beliefs, behaviors, and can even lead to questioning your sanity. The term
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud