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.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder can look very different depending on what subtype you have. Here, an expert explains.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
What you need to know about whether supplements can really help, according to the research, and the best treatment for OCD.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Ego-dystonic thoughts are ones that are out of sync with who you are and what you believe and value, and can be a hallmark of OCD.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Therapy has helped couples cope with a number of different mental health conditions, including OCD.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If you have obsessive-compulsive disorder, having a service animal, along with therapy, can help with your symptoms.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn about common subtypes of OCD, from perfectionism OCD to contamination OCD, to relationship OCD.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Research has also found that many mental health conditions may get worse during the winter. Is OCD one of them?
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Scientific studies have debunked this common myth. Let’s look at the reality of OCD and the dangers of attributing “positive” attributes to it.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It’s not uncommon for people to feel like their mental health isn’t “bad enough” to warrant help, but that's a dangerous assumption.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
These worksheets focus on support systems, mental compulsions, taboo thoughts, relationship OCD, and identifying core fear(s).
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition characterized by two main types of symptoms: obsessions (intrusive thoughts,
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When you have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), searching for answers about your condition can be overwhelming, sometimes leading you down a rabbit
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that is often joked about and misunderstood. You’ve probably heard someone say they’re “a
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
CBD (cannabidiol) seems to be the new go-to remedy for just about anything, especially on social media. Sore muscles? There’s a CBD lotion for that.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When you wake up in the morning, the content of your dreams probably dissipates before you remember all of the details—if you remember them at all.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by Judy Lair, LPCC
Social media plays a huge role in our everyday lives, helping us connect with friends and family, learn new things, and stay up-to-date with the latest
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC