
A Guide to OCD Mental Rituals
When someone is dealing with obsessive-compulsive thought patterns, they are not necessarily struggling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Someone may prefer that things are in a certain order or double-check that the door is locked before leaving the house....
How To Help a Loved One With OCD
When you are living with an OCD family member, it is natural to experience both frustration and a desire to help. Here is how to provide meaningful support that ultimately improves your loved one’s quality of life. The Role of the Family in OCD Treatment When family...
How Are Anxiety and OCD Related?
Fundamentally, there are relatively few distinctions between anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Ultimately, OCD is best understood as an extreme manifestation of anxiety. What Is the Difference Between Anxiety and OCD? Anxious feelings manifest...
What Causes OCD?
While there is no singular cause of obsessive-compulsive disorder, it can be helpful to understand some of the underlying factors behind the diagnosis. Understanding the Causes of OCD When discussing obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), we must remember that what...