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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Horror Movies and OCD: Unwanted Thoughts and Invisible Monsters

Because obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by intrusive thoughts—which by nature can be deeply frightening—there is a compelling intersection between horror films and OCD.

By Tabitha Vidaurri

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How Does Screen Time Affect Kids With OCD? What Every Parent Should Know

In today’s world, screens are everywhere—phones, tablets, and computers have all become big parts of our kids' daily lives. And as research has come out

By Stacy Quick, LPC

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What does OCD feel like? Why OCD thoughts feel real

Understanding obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) can feel complicated, especially when there’s so much misinformation about the condition. You might find

By Yusra Shah

Reviewed by Michaela McCloud

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Aly Raisman Opens Up About OCD: Navigating Mental Health is an Ongoing Journey

Aly Raisman was team captain of the gold medal winning U.S. Women’s Gymnastics teams in 2012 and 2016, with three gold medals to her name. A leader on and

By Yusra Shah

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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OCD and the culture war in my head

We're incredibly proud of the therapists in the NOCD network. While all of them are trained in delivering evidence-based treatment for

By Lisa de Guzman, LCSW

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