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OCD Stats & Science

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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Can OCD Be Genetic?

Learn about the role of genes in OCD, how they interact with environmental factors, and what you can do to manage symptoms.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Dr. Jamie Feusner, MD

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Is OCD considered a disability? Here’s what experts say

Does OCD qualify as a disability? Get expert insight on accommodations & potential downsides of labeling OCD a disability.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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Can Virtual Reality Exposures be used to treat OCD?

Discover how VR enhances ERP therapy for OCD. Explore benefits and latest research with expert insights. Improve OCD treatment with VR.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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OCD and TMS: An Effective Treatment Option?

Is TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation) an effective treatment option for OCD? Learn how it works, potential side effects, and more.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Dr. Jamie Feusner, MD

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Does OCD Involve a Chemical Imbalance?

Is OCD caused by a chemical imbalance? We explore the theory and its evidence, as well as alternative explanations for the neurobiological basis of OCD.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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Are people with OCD considered neurodivergent?

Is OCD considered neurodivergent? This article delves into the concept of neurodiversity and its implications on treatment approaches for OCD

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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Can you “grow out of” OCD?

Discover if people can grow out of OCD and if periods of symptom remission can lead to long-term remission. Get expert insights on OCD management from NOCD.

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Is OCD an Anxiety Disorder?

OCD and Anxiety: Better understand OCD and anxiety disorders, how they are related, anxiety's role in OCD, and more. 

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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Why is my OCD getting worse?

Often, when a member begins exposure and response prevention (ERP) therapy, things can seem to get worse before they get better.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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What Causes Intrusive Thoughts?

Intrusive thoughts seem to pop into our minds out of nowhere. Learn what causes intrusive thoughts and to best overcome them.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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Do intrusive thoughts mean anything?

Is it normal to have intrusive thoughts? Learn what intrusive thoughts are, and what they do (and don't) mean.

By Cody Abramson

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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