The Role of Humor and Curiosity in OCD Treatment
Humor and curiosity may not be the first tools that come to mind when thinking about OCD treatment, but both can play an important role in recovery. Learn how these approaches support psychological flexibility, cognitive defusion, and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), helping individuals develop a different relationship with intrusive thoughts, anxiety, and uncertainty.
When trauma leads to OCD: Understanding the Connection between PTSD and Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Trauma can change the way the brain responds to danger, uncertainty, and safety. For some individuals, PTSD may contribute to the development of OCD as the mind searches for ways to prevent future harm. Learn how trauma and OCD can become intertwined, and why effective treatment addresses both fear and the compulsive patterns that keep people stuck.
Understanding the Different Types of OCD: It’s More Than Handwashing
Most people think OCD is about handwashing, checking, or being organized. In reality, OCD can take many different forms, including fears related to relationships, harm, health, religion, parenthood, and more. Learn about the most common OCD subtypes, how they show up in everyday life, and why effective treatment focuses on the OCD cycle—not the content of the obsession.