Related Symptoms & Conditions
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.
Being shy, quiet, or introverted should never be confused with having antisocial personality disorder. Here’s why.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
To the untrained eye, OCD can appear similar to paranoia. But with the right understanding of both, the two are quite distinct.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Feeling anxious about an unwanted kink or fetish? Discover effective steps and expert guidance to address your concerns and find peace of mind.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD
The category of "Obsessive-compulsive and related disorders" share certain features. Here's what these conditions have in common.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Do you find yourself affected by experiences or stimuli that seem minor, but feel hard or even impossible for you to manage?
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
For many people using the internet can be an extremely stressful experience—and yet, modern life means we’re using it constantly.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Worries that you’re breaking with reality can be a sign of several different mental health conditions that require specific treatment.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
While struggling with OCD and anxiety can be daunting or even debilitating, effective treatment for both conditions is available.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It’s imperative that you’re familiar with the telltale signs that someone may need to find help for hoarding disorder.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If someone you love may have hoarding disorder, you can play a role in getting them the help they deserve.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
If you’re worried that you’re accommodating someone’s mental health problem, learning about how to help is a powerful first step.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
With an issue as pressing as climate change, it can feel impossible to balance staying informed with staying hopeful and moderating anxiety.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
These thoughts and fears are common, but that doeesn't mean they can't be distressing. Learn about potential reasons for your symptoms.
So when we talk about “trust issues,” what are we really talking about? Learn what mental health conditions may involve these experiences.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
"Obsession" has several definitions. OCD does not involve what most people associate with being “obsessed” with a person.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
It's natural to seek out reassurance that your worst fears–that you’re totally unlikeable–aren’t actually true. Here’s how to regain perspective.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn about the fears you might have about your birth control, and what to do if your fears are getting in the way of your sex life and well-being.
By Erica Digap Burson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
You are not alone, and hope is available. Learn about several causes for sleeping anxiety, and anyone can get effective help for it.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
There’s a name for this habit: body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB). It can become harmful, but it's also highly treatable.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Dr. Nicholas Farrell helped me clear up what it actually means to be “neurotic,” what it doesn't mean, and how it can impact your mental health.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC