Understanding Types of OCD: Common and Less Common
There are several types of OCD, with symptoms that go far beyond the stereotypes—not just repeatedly turning lights on and off, cleaning, or checking that the car is locked. From contamination to symmetry or mainly obsessional OCD, read on to understand the different subtypes.
- OCD has many subtypes beyond …
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When OCD Feels Like Paranoia: How to Tell Them Apart
Do you feel like you’re losing touch with reality? Does your mind fill with scary scenarios that seem so real you start to doubt yourself? OCD can push you into a state that feels very much like paranoia. Let’s look at how to tell them apart so you can regain …
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Magical Thinking OCD: Why It’s More Than ‘Just Superstition’
Many of us have some sort of superstition. We knock on wood or avoid walking under ladders to keep bad luck at bay. But for some, it goes far beyond that. They feel that if they don’t perform a specific ritual, something terrible will happen. The fear is so intense, …
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