Living with 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

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

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

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

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

It’s only four letters, but the word test can conjure unwelcome bouts of uneasiness. Fortunately for those seeking to be tested for obsessive-compulsive

If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), someone might have recommended that you try exercising. It’s such a basic suggestion that you might feel

When you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it can make the workplace even more stressful than usual. One symptom flare can throw your day into

When you’re first diagnosed with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it can come as both a relief and a shock. Finally, you have an answer for the way

What Causes OCD?  Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a psychological disorder marked by chronic intrusive or unwanted thoughts and images

What is OCD in Children? OCD involves unwanted intrusive thoughts, images, or urges (obsessions) that create anxiety, which the child attempts to relieve

By Patrick McGrath, PhD, Head of Clinical Services at NOCD The first three months of 2020 have brought much of the expected news: politics, sports, the

Today we're joined by Natasha Daniels, LCSW, a child and teen therapist and author based in Phoenix. Natasha, who has practiced for more than a decade, is

This interview was conducted in webinar format in July 2019. Stephen Smith, CEO of NOCD, was joined by Dr. Patrick McGrath to ask him a variety of

Reassurance (noun): the action of removing someone’s doubts or fears; a statement or comment that removes someone’s doubts or fears. What is

In the midst of March Madness, it’s easy to forget that a vast majority of student-athletes aren’t in the spotlight. There are 460,000 of them in the NCAA

Today we’re excited to share this story by Patrick McGrath, PhD, about his journey to becoming an OCD expert. Dr. McGrath is Executive Director of the