Dr Elaine Ryan PsychD is a highly experienced Chartered Psychologist with 20+ years of experience in treating OCD and Anxiety Disorders. Member of the British Psychological Society (BPS), Division of Neuropsychology | EuroPsy Registered| Member of The UK Society For Behavioural Medicine
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
If you are struggling with intrusive thoughts about your sexual orientation, you may have come across the term “HOCD” or “homosexual obsessive-compulsive disorder”. However, 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 a term used by some individuals … 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
A Novel Approach to Reclaim Control Homosexual Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (HOCD) is a distressing form of OCD that revolves around intrusive thoughts and fears related to your sexual orientation. If you are unfamiliar with HOCD, please refer to my guide for a more detailed overview. Individuals with HOCD may experience persistent doubts, worries, and obsessions about … Read more
Introduction Homosexual obsessive-compulsive disorder (HOCD) is a type of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) in which a person experiences unwanted and intrusive thoughts about being gay or lesbian. These thoughts can cause significant distress and anxiety and can lead people to engage in compulsive behaviours in an attempt to reduce their anxiety. Further reading about HOCD, please … Read more
In simple terms, Homosexual OCD (HOCD) is where the person experiences worry about the nature of their true sexuality, which causes untold distress. This post will discuss who is affected; if you want to read a more detailed account of HOCD, please see my guide. Similar to most mental health conditions, or indeed anything that … Read more