OCD Stats & Science
We're creating resources to help people learn about OCD in the many ways it impacts their own lives—not just what it looks like on paper. You can search our resources to determine when your intrusive thoughts may be related to OCD.
How natural remedies and supplements stack up against traditional treatments for managing OCD symptoms.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn what a hyperfixation is, what an obsession is, and what the differences are between these often confused experiences.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
General talk therapy simply doesn't work for OCD, because the condition requires a highly specialized treatment. So why is it so hard to access?
By B.J. Mendelson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Mindful breathing has been shown to help ease stress, anxiety and even depression. But can it help with OCD?
By Lauren Krouse
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Even if certain forms of treatment haven't worked for you, there are options to help you get on the path to conquering OCD.
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
How to know if your child’s behaviors could be OCD, and the best way to find the help you need.
By David Berreby
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Because OCD is chronic, it’s possible for symptoms to come back from time to time. Here’s what you can do to keep your recovery on track.
By Taylor Haught
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Getting an official diagnosis of OCD can take an average of 13 years. But it doesn't have to! Here’s how to know if you may have the condition, and the best way to get the help you need.
By Lauren Krouse
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
How can I know when I should switch therapists—and find a better match next time?
By Liz Zack
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
While obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can’t be cured, it can absolutely be managed, so you can enjoy a life despite your condition.
By B.J.Mendelson
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
CBD (cannabidiol) seems to be the new go-to remedy for just about anything, especially on social media. Sore muscles? There’s a CBD lotion for that.
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Sometimes it can feel like you have no control over your thoughts. Maybe you’re driving your car and a thought pops into your head out of nowhere: “What
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic disorder in which a person experiences unwanted and intrusive thoughts, images or urges (obsessions),
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a chronic mental health disorder that involves the presence of intrusive images, thoughts, urges, feelings and/or
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a chronic mental health condition characterized by two main types of symptoms: obsessions (intrusive thoughts,
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When you have obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), searching for answers about your condition can be overwhelming, sometimes leading you down a rabbit
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that is often joked about and misunderstood. You’ve probably heard someone say they’re “a
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
CBD (cannabidiol) seems to be the new go-to remedy for just about anything, especially on social media. Sore muscles? There’s a CBD lotion for that.
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
When you wake up in the morning, the content of your dreams probably dissipates before you remember all of the details—if you remember them at all.
By Olivia Rockeman
Reviewed by Judy Lair, LPCC
Social media plays a huge role in our everyday lives, helping us connect with friends and family, learn new things, and stay up-to-date with the latest
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC