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Contamination OCD is a common subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), in which an individual experiences intrusive fears of germs, dirt, or illness, often leading to excessive washing, cleaning, or avoidance behaviors. These compulsions may provide temporary relief but ultimately reinforce anxiety, creating a cycle that can feel impossible to break. Fortunately, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)  offers one of the most effective treatments for contamination OCD,

For many people, cleanliness is associated with comfort, safety, or routine. But for individuals living with contamination OCD , concerns about germs, illness, or “unclean” substances go far beyond everyday caution. What begins as a desire to stay healthy can evolve into a cycle of intrusive thoughts, intense anxiety, and compulsive behaviors that significantly disrupt daily life. This blog explores what contamination OCD is, how it fits within obsessive-compulsive disorder,

Body image concerns are common, especially in a society that often sends lots of messages through media that something needs to be fixed physically. However, for some individuals, distress about perceived physical flaws can become all-consuming. Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) is a mental health condition marked by obsessive preoccupation with perceived defects in appearance, often flaws that are minor or not observable to others. What many people don’t realize is that BDD is

Fear is a natural and protective part of being human. But when fear starts to limit your daily life, avoiding places, situations, conversations, or even thoughts, it can become overwhelming. For many people, anxiety creates a cycle of avoidance that reinforces fear and shrinks their world over time. Exposure therapy is one of the most effective, evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders, OCD, phobias, and trauma-related symptoms. It helps clients gradually and safely fa

Many people think of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) as a condition defined by repetitive handwashing, checking, or counting. But OCD can also overlap with other behaviors that may not seem connected at first, like skin-picking disorder, also known as Excoriation Disorder. For some individuals, these two conditions share underlying patterns of anxiety, urges, and compulsions that can feel impossible to control. Understanding how OCD and skin-picking relate can help you or

It’s normal to question a relationship from time to time. Many people wonder if they’ve chosen the right partner, if the “spark” is still there, or if love should feel different than it does. But for some people, these doubts don’t fade, they spiral. The more you try to reassure yourself, the more anxious and uncertain you feel. If this sounds familiar, you may be experiencing Relationship OCD , or ROCD , a form of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder  focused on romantic relationsh

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