Obsessive compulsive disorder - OCD treatment and therapy from NOCD

Harm OCD

Harm OCD is a common subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) characterized by intrusive thoughts, images, or urges about harming oneself or others. People with harm OCD are not more likely to cause harm than anyone else, and they may respond to their fears with compulsive avoidance or reassurance-seeking.

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Do you think you might have Harm OCD?

Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.

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Intrusive thoughts about murder – do they mean anything?

During my most intense episodes of intrusive thoughts, I figured I must be a horrible, disgusting person. Here's how I eventually got better.

By Elle Warren

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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Intrusive thoughts about rape—do they actually mean anything?

These disturbing thoughts can become completely overwhelming. You're not alone, and you don't have to live in fear of your own thoughts.

By Grant Stoddard

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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Fears about saying the wrong thing – How can I get better?

Repetitive fear about saying the wrong thing may be a sign of OCD, in which a person obsessively worries about saying something inappropriate.


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Why Am I Scared of Being Home Alone? A Therapist’s Advice

It’s normal to want to feel safe when we’re at home. For you, however, the idea of being home alone stirs up an intense fear. Here's what you can do.

Do you think you might have Harm OCD?

Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.

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Fear of being a bad person

Discover how OCD can cause fears of being a bad person, and how to identify symptoms and triggers. Learn more about effective treatment options.


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Why am I always thinking about death? What therapists say

Drawing from my experience both as an OCD specialist and someone who's struggled with these very same thoughts, here's what you should know.


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Why am I always worried about my pet? Advice from a therapist 

Learn about how you can identify and find help for “pet anxiety,” persistent stress or fear about the wellbeing of your furry friend.

By Erica Digap Burson

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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Intrusive thoughts when you’re around trains? You’re not alone

This is a common experience—but that doesn't mean that it's not distressing. Learn when it may be a mental health concern, and how you can get help.

By Elle Warren

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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Do you think you might have Harm OCD?

Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.

7 min read
Intrusive thoughts when you’re around knives? You’re not alone

This experience is extremely common, but it may sometimes signify a serious mental health condition that can disrupt your life.

By Grant Stoddard

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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I’m always worried that my condom will break. What can I do?

Fear of an unplanned pregnancy, or spreading or contracting an STI, can become all-consuming and negatively impact people's lives in several ways.

By Grant Stoddard

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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