7 Factors That Can Exacerbate OCD
Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition in which your life, work, and relationships are disrupted by obsessive intrusive thoughts, followed by compulsions. Someone with OCD may feel strongly compelled to wash their hands a certain number of times, recite a mantra or prayer, or some other ritual, anxious that if they fail […]
Coping with Day-to-Day Anxiety
We all know the feeling- your stomach tightens, you feel sick, your hands start to shake, and your thoughts are racing. Anxiety is far from a rare human occurrence. In fact, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issue in the United States, with nearly 20% of adults experiencing it within the last year. And […]
Do I Have OCD? All About Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
All About Obsessive Compulsive Disorder According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 1.3% of U.S. adults had Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, or OCD, in the last year. OCD is a common disorder that affects adults, adolescents, and children all over the world. Do I Have OCD? If you have uncontrolled obsessive thoughts and/or uncontrolled […]