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Jan 24, 2019

Compulsions and the Misunderstanding of OCD

There are few things like the feeling when intense worry lifts. Whatever degree of anxiety you’re feeling– whether your kid still isn’t…

Compulsions and the Misunderstanding of OCD

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Patrick Carey

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Jan 4, 2019

Five myths about bipolar disorder that make things worse

Bipolar disorder affects an estimated 2.6% of the population over age 18, or about 6.5 million people in the United States alone. But most…

Five myths about bipolar disorder that make things worse

Patrick Carey

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Dec 18, 2018

Building a genuine life with OCD: Expert tips from Dr. Marisa Mazza

We’re featuring a series of eye-opening op-eds by clinicians and researchers who are enthusiastic about sharing what they’ve learned…

Building a genuine life with OCD: Expert tips from Dr. Marisa Mazza

Patrick Carey

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Dec 14, 2018

Handling OCD As It Comes: A True Story of

We’re excited to share a guest post by M Johnson, and grateful for this generous retelling of a difficult story. It’s about the many paths…

Handling OCD As It Comes: A True Story of

Patrick Carey

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Dec 13, 2018

Is there a cure for OCD?

Plenty of people claim to know the cure for obsessive-compulsive disorder. With a quick search you’ll find stories about yoga, diets, and…

Is there a cure for OCD?

Patrick Carey

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Dec 11, 2018

Can you tell your therapist everything?

Because the intrusive and unwanted thoughts, images, urges, and feelings that characterize OCD are often disturbing, it can be very…

Can you tell your therapist everything?

Patrick Carey

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Dec 7, 2018

Where can I find a good online OCD test?

There are hundreds of OCD tests and “OCD quizzes” online. Some aim to help people self-diagnose; others turn obsessive-compulsive disorder…

Where can I find a good online OCD test?

Patrick Carey

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Dec 4, 2018

Can OCD be treated without medication?

Yes, to give a simple answer.

Can OCD be treated without medication?

Patrick Carey

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Nov 7, 2018

Learning to Drum: How I Faced OCD

In the summer before fourth grade, one of my friends got a drum set. I’d go over and see it sitting there, shiny and red, imagining myself…

Learning to Drum: How I Faced OCD

Patrick Carey

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Oct 30, 2018

What exactly is exposure and response prevention (ERP)?

You might’ve noticed that exposure and response prevention, or ERP, is the most commonly recommended form of therapy for…

What exactly is exposure and response prevention (ERP)?

Patrick Carey

Patrick Carey

Writer at NOCD, a global platform for OCD community and recovery. We work with experts to spread better OCD information. Find us at www.treatmyocd.com

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