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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.
Do you constantly feel as if you’re being watched? Find out if this persistent fear is linked to a phobia known as scopophobia or another mental health concern.
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Discover the possible reasons behind cheek-biting and find effective strategies to stop this common behavior.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When it comes to compulsive shopping, the line between enjoying it and being tortured by it is thin. Let's explore what might be behind your habit.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Superstitions are fairly common, but what if you have one about nose itching? Find out if this superstition could indicate an underlying mental health concern.
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
The “everyone hates me” feeling, explained. Find out when it's not a big deal versus when anxiety or another issue could be at play.
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Does thinking about your sexuality cause distress? Find out if the source is compulsory heterosexuality or sexual orientation OCD.
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Expert tips to cope with dermatillomania, also known as skin-picking disorder. Yes, it’s possible to stop the urge to pick.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Intrusive thoughts, rumination, and certain types of OCD can cause sensory overload—but it’s also something that can affect anyone.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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
If you’ve spent time on the internet lately, it’s likely you’ve come across the term “trauma bond”—a theory used to explain a seeming emotional attachment
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
For those living with somatic OCD, a subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it’s not uncommon to become hyper-focused on everyday bodily
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Anxiety and itching may seem like unrelated issues, but they are actually more connected than you might think. Itching is one of the lesser-known physical
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Most of us have dealt with shallow breathing at one time or another—especially during moments of high anxiety or stress. If you’ve ever felt like you’re
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Have you been struck with “bad luck” recently? Maybe you went through a horrible breakup, lost your keys, and got the flu all within the same week. While
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Loss is an inevitable part of life—and yet, it often feels unthinkable. Despite how universal the experience of death is, preparing for it can trigger
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Questioning your sexuality is a deeply personal experience, and it’s more common than you might think. If you feel alienated by traditional expectations
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Phantosmia, also known as an olfactory hallucination or phantom smell, is when a person smells something that isn’t actually there. It can be any kind of
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Mental health terms are often misused in casual conversation, and “delusional” is no exception. Typically, it’s used as an insult to describe someone who
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Humans are creatures of habit—we have a tendency to find solace in our daily routines. However, life can be unpredictable and chaotic, and sometimes we
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC