This article is for information only and does not replace individual clinical assessment or treatment. Quick summary: OCD false urgency is the felt sense that a worry must be resolved right now, even when nothing in the outside world has actually changed. That...
1) Is this OCD? — Symptoms, diagnosis, and what OCD isn’t
Why Does OCD Feel So Real?
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or a substitute for assessment by a qualified professional. Quick summary: OCD thoughts feel real because your brain fires a genuine threat alarm first, then your mind builds a...
Magical Thinking OCD: When Your Thoughts Feel Like They Cause Events
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or replace assessment by a qualified professional. Quick summary Magical thinking OCD is a subtype in which you feel that your thoughts, words, numbers, or small rituals can...
Understanding Sensory Phenomena in OCD: When Compulsions Aren’t About Fear
Understanding Sensory Phenomena in OCD: When Compulsions Aren't About Fear This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or replace assessment by a qualified professional. Quick summary Sensory phenomena in OCD are...
Intolerance of Uncertainty OCD: The Engine Behind Themes
Intolerance of Uncertainty OCD: The Engine Behind Themes This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or replace assessment and treatment by a qualified professional. Quick summary Intolerance of uncertainty is the difficulty...
OCD vs Health Anxiety: Same Fear, Different Condition?
Clinical disclaimer This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you are struggling, please speak to your GP or a registered therapist. Quick summary OCD vs health anxiety is one of the most...






