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Why Does Everything Feel So Urgent? Understanding OCD False Urgency

Why Does Everything Feel So Urgent? Understanding OCD False Urgency

by Federico Ferrarese | Aug 7, 2026 | 1) Is this OCD? — Symptoms, diagnosis, and what OCD isn't, NEWS

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...
Why Does OCD Feel So Real?

Why Does OCD Feel So Real?

by Federico Ferrarese | Aug 4, 2026 | 1) Is this OCD? — Symptoms, diagnosis, and what OCD isn't, 2) Intrusive Thoughts & Compulsions — Why they stick and what feeds them, NEWS

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...
Is It OCD or Am I Actually Gay? 5 Signs Therapists Miss

Is It OCD or Am I Actually Gay? 5 Signs Therapists Miss

by Federico Ferrarese | Jul 10, 2026 | 3) OCD Themes — Find the shape yours takes, NEWS

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice or a diagnosis. If you’re worried about your mental health, please speak to a GP or a qualified therapist. In this post, we will explore the question: Is It OCD or Am I...
Existential OCD: The Questions With No Answers

Existential OCD: The Questions With No Answers

by Federico Ferrarese | Jul 2, 2026 | 3) OCD Themes — Find the shape yours takes, NEWS

This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice. If you’re struggling with distressing thoughts, please speak to a GP or a qualified OCD specialist. Quick summary Existential OCD (also called philosophical OCD) is...
Magical Thinking OCD: When Your Thoughts Feel Like They Cause Events

Magical Thinking OCD: When Your Thoughts Feel Like They Cause Events

by Federico Ferrarese | Jun 30, 2026 | 1) Is this OCD? — Symptoms, diagnosis, and what OCD isn't, NEWS

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...
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