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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.
Two different mental health conditions are commonly mistaken for fidgeting. Here's how to identify them and find effective treatment.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Thought broadcasting is a condition that leads you to believe your thoughts can be heard by others. Find out what’s behind the phenomenon.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn more about how tic disorders are identified and diagnosed, how stress can impact tic symptoms, and how tic can be treated.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Excessive blinking is a behavior associated with many medical conditions. Find out what causes this symptom and what treatments can help manage it.
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
If you spend an excessive amount of time picking at your scabs, rest assured that there are answers for you. You can access expert help.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
There’s a lot more to narcissism than a habit of selfishness. Le'ts go over what you can do if you’re worried that you might fit the bill.
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Do you ever notice a strong cigarette odor without seeing anyone smoking? You may be experiencing phantosmia, or olfactory hallucinations.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
For some, picking at acne or pimples is a minor problem that can be treated with natural remedies or habit changes. For others, it can be a mental health issue.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It’s confusing to feel like you can’t always tell the difference between anxiety and what you “really” want. Here's what you should know.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Since intrusive thoughts can be so disturbing, it's horrifying to worry that they could be real or true. But how can you know for sure?
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Angel numbers—repeated number patterns like 11:11 or 222—are often believed to hold special meaning, and can be fun to look for. However, if noticing
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Stress can trigger acne by increasing oil production and clogged pores. For people with skin-picking disorder or OCD, stress acne can exacerbate cycles of
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Restlessness, characterized by an inability to stay still or focused, can result from various factors like sleep deprivation, stress, and physical
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
If rumination is a symptom of your OCD, you can learn how to break free from the repetitive cycle of obsessive thoughts using ERP therapy and
By Stacy Quick, LPC
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
A fear of cameras can stem from concerns about self-image or privacy, but can also be linked to larger phobias or mental health conditions—like the fear
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It’s common to feel some anxiety when gearing up for a move. After all, our homes often feel like the center of our universe. Whether you’re relocating
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Many of us have habits that are counterproductive—whether it comes to our work, our relationships, or personal goals that we’ve established for ourselves.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Emotional numbness, or emotional blunting, refers to a reduced ability to experience both positive and negative emotions. This can manifest as a lack of
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Chances are, you’ve experienced bad breath (also known as halitosis) at some point. Maybe you ate something with garlic or onions in it, and it left your
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Many people have a deep connection with their hair, as it is often seen as part of their identity and self-expression. That being said, people who have a
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud