Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
We previously introduced the movie “Unstuck: An OCD Kids Movie” and now we have the pleasure of hearing from the creators, Chris Baier and Kelly Anderson! Read on for the interview: How did you come up with the idea to create Unstuck? KA: After my...
Empirically supported treatments, Exposure, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Parent series: OCD
If your child is struggling with OCD symptoms it can be a challenging time for you, your kid, and your family. Whether they are newly diagnosed, or have received treatment previously, you have some decisions to make for what kind of treatment they will need to get...
Anxiety, Behavior change, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Parent series: OCD
While many people are familiar with the words Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), the way in which OCD shows up in an individual can vary dramatically. Most people are familiar with OCD that involves symptoms of hand washing or cleaning, but there are many other...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
“You are not so abnormal as you think. Every human being is visited from time to time by the Imp of the Perverse, who makes you think the most inappropriate thoughts at the most appropriate times.” – Lee Baer, Imp of the Mind Lee Baer, Ph.D. was a...
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Exposure, Parent series: OCD
The presentations of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be very different and some ways that children are actually acting on their OCD may be very subtle, such as doing their homework “perfectly”. These are some things to look out for if you find your child is...
Behavior change, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure, Mindfulness, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
We recently had a great conversation with Stu from the OCD Stories, a brilliant resource to learn more about overcoming OCD, and are excited to share our exchange with our readers. Stu is a smart, informed, and passionate person who has conquered OCD in many ways;...