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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.
Every relationship has complexities. No matter how much you love someone and how happy you are to be in a relationship with them, you both are two
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
First date jitters are common, even for the most seasoned daters. You’re meeting up with a new person who could potentially become a huge part of your
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When was the last time you had a catchy song get stuck in your head? Maybe you heard it once on someone’s Instagram story, during a trip to the grocery
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) sound like they might be the same condition. But despite the
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Are you unable to focus, or could something else be going on in the background—like a cycle of obsessive thoughts that’s stealing your time and attention?
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
OCD is rare. OCD is all about cleanliness. OCD is an anxiety disorder. These are just a few of the many myths that surround obsessive-compulsive disorder
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When a negative thought pops into your head, what’s the first thing you do? Let it exist? Ignore it? Try to replace it with a more positive one? Pop a
Reviewed by Justin Trout, LPC, QMHP
Social anxiety can be incredibly challenging. Whether it’s a constant dread of saying something wrong in a meeting, or a fear that everyone is judging you
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Justin Trout, LPC, QMHP
You know that feeling of being watched? Like when you’re walking through a crowded room—even though you’re blending in with everyone else, it still feels
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
How do you approach your relationships? Are you open about your boundaries, or do you keep them to yourself? Do you feel the urge to be clingy, or do you
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
It’s human nature for people to have sexual thoughts. You may experience them frequently, or just every once in a while. Sexual thoughts can help you
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Having a baby is often described as an exciting time filled with love, joy, and new experiences. However, the reality for many new parents is more
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Anxiety, or generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), can cause persistent and excessive worry that can manifest into physical symptoms, such as fatigue, muscle
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It’s normal to look in the mirror from time to time and notice the features or body parts that trigger insecurities and even a bit of unease. But what if
By Kat Gal
Reviewed by Judy Lair, LPCC
The smartphones, smartwatches, and tablets we spend significant time on are powerful tools that can give us deeper insights into our mental health and
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
You’ve probably had a nightmare before and told yourself, “Just go back to sleep. It’s not real.” But what if those nightmares weren’t just once in a
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Although societal attitudes have shifted to being more open about sex, it still remains a topic surrounded by stigma, shame, and taboo. As a result, you
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Body rejection is a non-scientific term for the physical effects of your body literally “rejecting” your partner. It’s become a hot topic on TikTok and
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Intrusive or worrying thought patterns can be unsettling and disruptive to daily life, especially when you don’t know where they’re coming from or how to
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Sometimes, two seemingly unrelated conditions have a lot more in common than you think. That’s the case with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and
By Jenna Demmer
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC