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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...
Understanding Sensory Phenomena in OCD: When Compulsions Aren’t About Fear

Understanding Sensory Phenomena in OCD: When Compulsions Aren’t About Fear

by Federico Ferrarese | Jun 29, 2026 | 1) Is this OCD? — Symptoms, diagnosis, and what OCD isn't, 3) OCD Themes — Find the shape yours takes, NEWS

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...
Serotonin and OCD: 7 Insights on Belief Stickiness

Serotonin and OCD: 7 Insights on Belief Stickiness

by Federico Ferrarese | Jun 24, 2026 | 7) The Brain & OCD — Neurobiology, in plain English, NEWS

Serotonin and OCD: Insights on Belief Stickiness This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute clinical advice, diagnosis, or a substitute for assessment by a qualified professional. Quick summary A 2026 study in Nature Mental Health proposes...
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