‘Pure O’ Isn’t Pure — And It Isn’t Just in Your Head Either
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or a diagnosis. Quick summary “Pure O” OCD is a nickname for OCD that looks like obsessions with no compulsions — but the compulsions are real; they’ve just gone...
Intrusive Thoughts vs Intuition: 2 Key Differences
Intrusive Thoughts vs Intuition: 2 Key Differences Clinical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice. If you are experiencing distress, please consult a qualified mental health professional or your GP. Quick...
Shame and OCD: Why Taboo Subtypes Are the Hardest to Treat
Shame and OCD: Why Taboo Subtypes Are the Hardest to Treat Clinical Disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or a substitute for assessment by a qualified mental health professional. Understanding the...
7 Insights on Cultural Shame and OCD in Sacred Beliefs
7 Insights on Cultural Shame and OCD in Sacred Beliefs Clinical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice. If you are experiencing distress, please consult a qualified mental health professional or your GP....
What to Do When Your GP Has Never Heard of ERP. 11 Key Tips
What to Do When Your GP Has Never Heard of ERP. 11 Key Tips Clinical disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or a substitute for assessment by a qualified healthcare professional. ERP (Exposure and Response...
The ADHD and OCD Overlap Nobody Talks About
The ADHD and OCD Overlap Nobody Talks About Clinical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice. If you are experiencing distress, please consult a qualified mental health professional or your GP. Quick Summary...
OCD and Your Period: Understanding the Connection
OCD and Your Period: Understanding the Connection Clinical Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice. If you are experiencing distress, please consult a qualified mental health professional or your GP. Quick...
Why Do I Feel Like a Bad Person? (OCD Explained)
Why Do I Feel Like a Bad Person? (OCD Explained) Just last week, a client sat across from me in my Edinburgh office, tears streaming down her face. “I keep having these awful thoughts,” she whispered. “What kind of person thinks about hurting someone...