December 28, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Decoding The Complexity of OCD: A Feeling-Based Perspective

Decoding The Complexity of OCD: A Feeling-Based Perspective Strange thoughts can make us question our identity and true nature. Many people share this experience. Your thoughts don't define you - they float through your mind…

December 27, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Understanding OCD Patterns in Youth: Early Brain Insights

Understanding OCD Patterns in Youth: Early Brain Insights Brain scans reveal that people with OCD process information differently than others. The differences are striking. Scientists studying OCD brains versus typical brains have discovered remarkable…

December 23, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Understanding OCD: The Impact of Childhood Experiences

Understanding OCD: The Impact of Childhood Experiences Did you know that up to 40% of people with OCD report experiencing significant trauma in their past? The connection between trauma and OCD is more complex than…

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…