Written and clinically reviewed By Dr Elaine Ryan Chartered Psychologist specialising in OCD and anxiety disorders, with over 20 years’ clinical experience.
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Dr Elaine Ryan
When coupled with the challenges of Pedophilia-Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (POCD), having a baby can seem overwhelming. If this is your first time on my site, I am a psychologist and have been working with OCD and anxiety disorders for over two decades. I specialise in the more taboo intrusive thoughts that come with OCD, as … Read more
When it comes to our mental health, there are many misconceptions and stigmas surrounding certain conditions. One such disorder is HOCD or Homosexual Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. While it is commonly associated with men, as with all mental health conditions, women can also experience this disorder. In this article, I hope to debunk some of the … Read more
The majority of MoodSmith is dedicated to a particular type of thought: intrusive thoughts, but all types of thoughts have the potential to impact your mental health; as FamilyDoctor noted, good emotional health starts with understanding thoughts, feelings and behaviours. I want to spend some time talking about that today When I talk about mental … Read more
Pedophilia Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (POCD) is a form of OCD that involves intrusive thoughts and fears about being attracted to children. It is a highly distressing and stigmatized condition that can significantly impact an individual’s mental health and daily life. While the exact cause of POCD is still unknown, there are specific triggers that can worsen … Read more
If you’re struggling with intrusive thoughts about your sexual orientation, you may have come across the term “HOCD” or “homosexual obsessive-compulsive disorder” and I recommend you read my HOCD (SO-OCD) overview. It is essential to understand that HOCD is not a recognized disorder in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Instead, it is … Read more
How does HOCD manifest differently in heterosexual individuals compared to individuals who identify as gay or lesbian? HOCD, or Homosexual Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, is a form of OCD that causes individuals to experience intrusive thoughts and fears about their sexual orientation. While this condition can affect people of any sexual orientation, it can manifest differently … Read more