Nearly everyone has heard of OCD, but few truly understand what it is: a potentially debilitating mental illness that consumes people with fear and doubt, often about the things that matter the most to them. Instead, OCD is frequently portrayed as nothing more than a personality quirk in popular media, causing millions to suffer in silence, unaware that their struggle has a name.
Despite prevailing misconceptions and stigma, we actually know a lot about the condition and how it can be properly managed, as OCD has been studied and treated effectively for decades. Unfortunately, most people don’t have access to the right information.
We want to redefine the way OCD is understood around the world by providing accurate, high-quality information from experts in OCD research and treatment. Browse articles covering a wide range of topics in the science and statistics of OCD, from brain chemistry to effective treatment interventions.
Is OCD considered a mental illness?
Why OCD can cause a groinal response—and what you can do about it
Can OCD Be Genetic?
Is OCD considered a disability? Here’s what experts say
Can Virtual Reality Exposures be used to treat OCD?
How Many People Have OCD?
OCD and TMS: An Effective Treatment Option?
Does OCD Involve a Chemical Imbalance?
Are people with OCD considered neurodivergent?
Can you “grow out of” OCD?
Is OCD an Anxiety Disorder?
Why is my OCD getting worse?
Can OCD develop later in life?
What Causes Intrusive Thoughts?
Do intrusive thoughts mean anything?