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August 12, 2024
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Understanding OCD: The Role of Groinal Response

Understanding OCD: The Role of Groinal Response Introductory Thoughts Have you ever found yourself grappling with intrusive, unwanted thoughts that seem to defy logic and reason? Perhaps you've experienced a sudden, inexplicable physical reaction…

August 11, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Unveiling the Unique Traits of OCD and Tourette’s Syndrome

Unveiling the Unique Traits of OCD and Tourette's Syndrome Introduction to OCD and Tourette's Syndrome In the realm of mental health, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Tourette's Syndrome are two conditions that often garner attention due…

August 10, 2024
by Federico Ferrarese
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Understanding and Overcoming the Cycle of Mental Rumination

Understanding and Overcoming the Cycle of Mental Rumination What is mental rumination? Mental rumination is a persistent and repetitive pattern of negative thoughts that revolve around a particular issue, problem, or concern. It's a…

August 8, 2024
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Understanding the Conditions Associated with OCD Symptoms

Understanding the Conditions Associated with OCD Symptoms What is OCD and its symptoms? Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterised by intrusive thoughts, obsessions, and repetitive behaviours or compulsions. The symptoms of OCD…

August 6, 2024
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Understanding the Link Between OCD and Hyper-Responsibility

Understanding the Link Between OCD and Hyper-Responsibility Introduction to OCD and Hyper-Responsibility Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterised by intrusive thoughts, obsessions, and repetitive behaviours or compulsions. One of the lesser-known aspects…

August 5, 2024
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Understanding OCD: A Neuroimaging Perspective

Understanding OCD: A Neuroimaging Perspective Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterised by persistent, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or mental acts (compulsions) that an individual feels driven to perform to alleviate…

August 3, 2024
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Overcoming ROCD with a Comprehensive Treatment Plan

Overcoming Relationship OCD with a Comprehensive Treatment Plan Understanding Relationship OCD (ROCD) Relationship Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (ROCD) is a specific subtype of OCD that revolves around persistent, intrusive thoughts and doubts concerning one's romantic relationship. These…

June 21, 2024
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Understanding the Link Between OCD and Autism

Understanding the Link Between OCD and Autism Introduction to OCD and Autism In this comprehensive guide, I delve into the intricate relationship between Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). These two conditions,…

June 1, 2024
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Decoding the Early Symptoms of OCD in Youth

Decoding the Early Symptoms of OCD in Youth Introduction to OCD (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder) Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterised by intrusive thoughts, obsessions, and repetitive behaviours or compulsions. It affects individuals of…

May 24, 2024
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OCD: Overcoming the Toxic Habit of Seeking Reassurance

OCD: Overcoming the Toxic Habit of Seeking Reassurance Understanding the toxic habit of seeking reassurance The urge to seek reassurance often stems from the intrusive thoughts and obsessions that characterise OCD. These thoughts range…