Obsessive compulsive disorder - OCD treatment and therapy from NOCD

Living with OCD

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.

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Are You Born With OCD?

If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder, it’s common to wonder how or why it developed.

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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What Are Magical Thinking OCD Exposures? Explanation and Examples

Magical thinking exposures are the first step in ERP therapy. The next step is to address compulsions.

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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What Is Contamination OCD and How Common Is It? Your Guide to the Misunderstood OCD Subtype

Contamination OCD is a subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) where a person experiences obsessive thoughts around fears of becoming contaminated,

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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Can Yoga Help With OCD? The Answer Is Complicated

Yoga has been found to help people manage their stress levels, improve their mood and even reduce symptoms of depression. Yoga can also help manage

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

Reviewed by Dr. Keara Valentine

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ERP to Member Advocate: My Journey From OCD to NOCD

The road I took to become a Member Advocate at NOCD was one that I could never foresee. My journey began with a car accident I was involved in at the age

By Kerry Osborn

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The Truth About CBT for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

When it comes to treating obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), not all forms of therapy are equally beneficial. There are many types of therapy available,

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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“I Was Not Doing What I Wanted to Be Doing”: Mollie’s OCD Journey

Upon starting college, Mollie Albanese found herself in an uncomfortable situation: an unfamiliar dorm room, with two unfamiliar girls, in an unfamiliar

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

Reviewed by Mollie Albanese

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How Long Has OCD Been Around?

The term obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, has a long history and has been understood, treated and interpreted in a wide variety of ways before

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

Reviewed by Dr. Keara Valentine

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Managing OCD in College

Any new setting or situation can exacerbate obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) symptoms, but it is often most evident in college. In this exciting, yet

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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How OCD Can Affect Academic Success

Whether it’s long hours of studying or succeeding in extracurriculars, the pressures of school can already be immensely stressful. And from elementary

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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A Quick Guide to Children With OCD

The parent of a child with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) may feel confused about what their child is experiencing and may be at a loss for the best

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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How OCD Can Derail College Life

The following is a transcript of a video. The text below has been lightly edited for clarity. OCD can have a big impact on the life of college students.

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

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Depression and OCD: How Are They Related?

Both obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and major depressive disorder (MDD) are common mental health disorders, affecting millions of Americans each

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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How Do I Recognize That I Have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder?

The following is a video transcript. The text has been lightly edited for clarity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nks_j2v9SEI There are a few things to

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

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OCD and Anxiety: How Are They Related

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MHcyTCVe3HA The following is a transcript of a video shot and produced by NOCD. The copy below has been only lightly

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

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What if My OCD Isn’t OCD?

Many people question whether or not the thoughts they have are related to obsessive-compulsive disorder. Even people who are diagnosed with OCD might

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

Reviewed by Dr. Keara Valentine

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Can Your PTSD Trigger OCD?

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are two commonly known anxiety disorders that can often co-occur in people

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

Reviewed by Dr. Keara Valentine

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Will OCD Make You Have Nightmares? A Brief Guide to Sleep and OCD

Living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) means experiencing recurring intrusive thoughts, images or ideas and, as a result, developing compulsions

By Patrick McGrath, PhD

Reviewed by Dr. Keara Valentine

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Can I Have Two Different Kinds of OCD?

What is OCD? Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a disorder where you have recurring intrusive thoughts that create a sensation of deep discomfort and

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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Practical Advice for Parents with OCD

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is challenging enough on its own. But how do you raise children when it feels like a part of your brain is constantly

By Dr. Keara Valentine

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