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.
Most people who have OCD have other mental health conditions. Here’s what you need to know.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Let’s dive in and discuss the decision to seek help for OCD—even when we might get by for the time being without it.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Let's dive into how we move back and forth from obsessions to compulsions and, ultimately, what we can do to break the OCD cycle.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
The two defining symptoms of OCD share a close relationship, but learning the difference between them can be key to recovery.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If you think your young child might have OCD, it can feel scary and overwhelming, but there is help available—and it’s more accessible than ever.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
How common is OCD? Here are the real numbers behind this surprisingly common mental health condition & why it's so often misunderstood.
By Cody Abramson
Reviewed by Dr. Jamie Feusner, MD
Up to 70,000 thoughts pop into our minds each and every day. Just how well are we actually able to control them?
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It's often difficult to recognize when a behavior becomes compulsive. Learn how you can identify these behaviors from Dr. Nicholas Farrell.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
For people with OCD, having a supportive community—one that truly understands what it’s like to live with the condition—can make a huge difference.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Dive deeper in your OCD knowledge with info on what OCD really is, common causes, and the very real treatment that will give you your life back.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Want to really be in the know about OCD? Learn more about how common the disorder is, who’s at risk, and the best treatment for OCD.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If you’re experiencing OCD symptoms later in life, you may be left wondering: Is this really OCD? If so, wouldn’t I have gotten it sooner?
By Melanie Dideriksen, LPC, CAADC
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Mindfulness techniques have been proven to help people manage stress levels, reduce anxiety, and even aid in managing depressive episodes.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
OCD affects about 1 in 40 people in the United States—but it’s more than just hand washing or door closing. Here’s your go-to OCD symptoms checklist.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
An imbalance in hormone levels can cause or exacerbate a wide range of mental health symptoms—including intrusive thoughts.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
People often turn to natural remedies as an alternative or complementary approach to conventional treatments. But do any help with OCD?
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Learn about the potential connection between OCD and dissociative experiences, and how treating OCD as the root cause can reduce their frequency.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Family history, traumatic events, and brain chemistry are several factors that impact the development of OCD. But what about gender?
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Demystify OCD. Learn if it's classified as a mental illness and gain clarity on this common misconception.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Learn about the association between OCD and groinal response, and access practical strategies to regain control over your life.
By Melanie Dideriksen, LPC, CAADC
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD