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December 6, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Understanding What Causes Relationship OCD and Its Impact

Understanding What Causes Relationship OCD and Its Impact Have you ever questioned your feelings for your partner endlessly despite having no concrete reason to doubt your relationship? These persistent doubts and intrusive thoughts are not…

November 16, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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How to Overcome False Attraction OCD: Essential Strategies

How to Overcome False Attraction OCD: Essential Strategies Did you know that 1 in 40 adults worldwide struggles with OCD? Among them, many battle with a lesser-known but equally distressing subtype: False Attraction OCD. Living…

November 6, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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OCD and Perfectionism: Understanding the Key Differences

OCD and Perfectionism: Understanding the Key Differences Many people mistake perfectionist tendencies for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), yet these two conditions have distinct characteristics and underlying mechanisms. While both OCD perfectionism and general perfectionist traits may…

October 31, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Understanding Rigid Processing in OCD

Understanding Rigid Processing in OCD Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterised by intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours (compulsions). One of the hallmark features of OCD is rigid thinking patterns, which…

October 28, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Hoarding OCD vs. Hoarding Disorder: What’s the Difference?

Hoarding OCD vs. Hoarding Disorder: What's the Difference? Hoarding behaviours can manifest in different ways, stemming from distinct underlying conditions. Two commonly confused yet separate diagnoses are hoarding obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and hoarding disorder. While…

October 21, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Understanding the 15-Minute Rule for Managing OCD

Understanding the 15-Minute Rule for Managing OCD The Nature of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a complex mental health condition characterised by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or mental acts…

September 23, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Unveiling the Enigma: Examining Memory Biases in OCD

Unveiling the Enigma: Examining Memory Biases in OCD Introduction The intricate relationship between cognitive processes and anxiety disorders has captivated researchers for decades. One perplexing observation that has emerged is the apparent absence of a…

September 17, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Building Resilience: How to Deal with Doubt in OCD

Building Resilience: How to Deal with Doubt in OCD Understanding the Paradox of OCD In the realm of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), a perplexing paradox unfolds. The very strategies individuals adopt to alleviate their distress –…

September 13, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
in ADHD, DEPRESSION, NERVOUS SYSTEM, NEWS, OCD
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Unlocking the Purpose of Thinking: A Deep Dive

Unlocking the Purpose of Thinking: A Deep Dive In the perpetual quest to decipher the enigma of human existence, comprehending the intricate mechanics of our cognitive processes has emerged as a pivotal pursuit. Our ability…

September 11, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Hyperawareness OCD: Revealed

Hyperawareness OCD: Revealed Introduction For numerous individuals grappling with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), their experiences seldom align with the conventional depictions found in popular literature. Their struggles revolve around an oft-neglected subgroup of OCD manifestations termed…