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Contamination OCD: Understanding and Overcoming the Fear of Contamination
What is Contamination OCD? Contamination OCD is a subtype of OCD characterized by persistent and distressing thoughts related to contamination, along with ritualistic behaviors that
Sensorimotor OCD: Navigating the Complexities of Bodily Awareness
Introduction Sensorimotor OCD is a subtype characterized by persistent and distressing preoccupations with bodily sensations or movements. People who have this subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Pure-O OCD: Unraveling the Complex Nature of “Intrusive” Thoughts
Introduction Pure-O OCD, also known as “Pure Obsessional” OCD, is a subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder characterized by predominantly obsessional thinking without overt, observable compulsive behaviors.
Procrastination: Laziness or something deeper?
“Am I a procrastinator or am I just lazy?” This question comes up a lot in my work with people and it’s time we work
Pedophilia or POCD
Pedophilia OCD, or POCD, also known as Pedophilic Obsessions, is a specific subtype of OCD in which individuals experience unwanted intrusive thoughts, images, or urges
Relationship or ROCD
What is Relationship OCD? Relationship OCD, or ROCD, is a specific subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder characterized by intrusive and repetitive thoughts, doubts, or obsessions about
Medication Management (Psychiatry)
If OCD is in the moderate to severe range, medication can often be helpful. Medications for OCD work by having an effect on the neurotransmitter,
Harm OCD
Harm OCD is a category of obsessive compulsive disorder where a person has intrusive, unwanted thoughts about harming themselves or another person. They may also
Sexual Orientation or SO-OCD
SO-OCD stands for Sexual Orientation Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. It’s also known as Gay OCD or Homosexual OCD (HOCD). SO-OCD is a sub-category of OCD where
Perfectionism or “Just Right” OCD
Perfectionism or “Just Right” OCD is a subcategory of OCD and has to do with having things “just right” or perfect. A person with “Just
