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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.
Learn about the similarities and differences between OCD and Tourette's syndrome, and the treatment options available.
By Cody Abramson
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Though harmless on their own, intrusive thoughts can be involved in serious mental health conditions like OCD.
By Cody Abramson
Reviewed by Patrick Carey
What are body-focused repetitive behaviors? Learn the differences between BFRBs and OCD and how to get treatment.
By NOCD Staff
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
OCD vs Perfectionism: Symptoms, how they relate, the less discussed emotional impact and how to get treatment.
By Cody Abramson
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Is it OCD or a phobia? Can people have OCD and a phobia at the same time? Are OCD and phobias treated differently? Get answers here.
By Cody Abramson
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
OCD and autism spectrum disorder (ASD) appear to share similar behaviors and symptoms, but how do they compare when you take a closer look?
By Cody Abramson
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
Intrusive memories are a common experience, but when they interfere with your life, it may be a sign of OCD.
By Cody Abramson
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
In 1979, Eija-Riitta Eklöf, who was in love with structures, married the Berlin Wall. Yes, a wall. Eklöf made the case that objectophilia, the sexual or
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Love can feel powerful and all-consuming, especially in the early stages of a relationship. Sometimes these feelings can be thrilling and fun—but
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
You come out of a trance of mindlessly reading through social media posts and realize that hours have passed. Even worse, now you feel extremely anxious
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If you frequent social media, you may have seen TikToks or Instagram Reels where people share their extensive hygiene routines. They’ll slather on various
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
When you think of emotional immaturity, you might call to mind examples of teens feeling they have license to express themselves in any way they choose,
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
As you go through life, your brain is constantly taking in and processing information. Every day, every minute, every second. And every day, every minute,
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
There’s the anxiety you feel because something stressful is actually happening and then there’s anxiety you feel because something might, potentially,
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It’s hard to deny that our phones have become a huge part of daily life. Those little rectangular screens support everything from our communication and
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Everyone feels unmotivated from time to time. It might manifest as a feeling of “I just don’t want to do anything,” or “Nothing I do interests me,” or “I
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Binge eating disorder (BED), one of the most common eating disorders, is characterized by episodes of urges to eat large amounts of food in a short period
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC