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Mitchell Howarth
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Intrusive Thoughts
This article will discuss OCD and intrusive obsessive thoughts, why we have them, and how to deal with them. It’s important to remember...


Mitchell Howarth
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Relationship between OCD and Eating Disorders like Bulimia and Anorexia
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Eating Disorders (EDs) might seem like separate issues at first glance, but research suggests...


Mitchell Howarth
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OCD and Vitamin D
Recent research highlights a potential link between low vitamin D levels and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Vitamin D, primarily...


Mitchell Howarth
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OCD and Sleep
Evidence of Sleep Problems in OCD People with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often face challenges with sleep. Research has shown...


Mitchell Howarth
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Cleaning OCD
Cleaning is often seen in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), particularly as part of contamination OCD where individuals experience...


Mitchell Howarth
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Hand washing OCD
Handwashing is common in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - especially in the subtype of OCD where individuals experience intense...


Mitchell Howarth
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Paedophile OCD
What is Paedophile OCD? Paedophile Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Paedophile OCD) is a subtype of OCD where individuals experience...
Mitchell Howarth
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Sensorimotor OCD: focus on breathing
What is Breathing-Focused OCD? Breathing-focused Sensorimotor OCD is a subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder where individuals become...
Mitchell Howarth
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Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP): The Splinter
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can feel like being trapped in a cycle of fear and ritual. Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) is...
Mitchell Howarth
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How Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Treats OCD: Chemotherapy for the Mind
How Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Treats OCD: A Chemotherapy for the Mind Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health...
Mitchell Howarth
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Harm OCD: Fear of Knives
What is Harm OCD? Harm Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Harm OCD) involving fears related to knives is a subtype of OCD where individuals...
Mitchell Howarth
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Relationship OCD: Fear of being in the 'Wrong' relationship, or doubting one's feelings or love
What is Relationship OCD (ROCD)? Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (ROCD) is a subtype of OCD characterized by intrusive doubts...
Mitchell Howarth
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Relationship OCD: Fear of Partner's Physical Flaws
What is Relationship OCD (ROCD)? Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (ROCD) is a subtype of OCD that can be characterised by...
Mitchell Howarth
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Moral OCD: Fear of Lying and Dishonesty
What is Moral OCD? Moral OCD is a subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) that involves persistent, intrusive thoughts about...
Mitchell Howarth
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Harm OCD: Fear of Hitting Others
What is Harm OCD? Harm Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Harm OCD) involving fears of hitting others is a subtype of OCD where individuals...
Mitchell Howarth
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Harm OCD: Checking Windows and Doors
What is Harm OCD? Harm Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Harm OCD) focused on checking windows and doors is a specific type of OCD where...
Mitchell Howarth
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Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP): Tackling the Itch You Can’t Stop Scratching
How Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Helps Treat OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that can make...
Mitchell Howarth
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Harm OCD: Checking Stoves
What is Harm OCD? Harm Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (Harm OCD) is a subtype of OCD that involves intrusive thoughts, images, or urges...
Mitchell Howarth
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OCD Treatment
What is OCD? Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions)...
Mitchell Howarth
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Relationship OCD
What is Relationship OCD (ROCD)? Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (ROCD) is a subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)...
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