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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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
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
Understanding the Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Cycle Imagine a typical evening where you’re preparing dinner. As you set the table, a nagging thought surfaces: Did you turn off the stove? Despite remembering doing so, doubt takes root. Visions of a potential fire and its consequences plague your mind. This discomfort compels you to repeatedly verify the … Read more
When someone has two or more mental health conditions simultaneously, it’s termed as comorbidity. In OCD, comorbidity is common. For instance, it’s not rare for someone with OCD to also experience depression. These conditions can either exist independently or influence each other, sometimes making symptoms more complicated. WebMD has a more detailed explanation of the … Read more
The human mind, with its vast complexities, can tread a fine line between pure genius and rumination. While rumination can feel like you are stuck or repeat or for those of you in my age group, like the needle stuck on a record, it can also be the foundation for monumental “Eureka!” moments. When I … Read more
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and/or repetitive behaviors (compulsions). People with OCD often experience uncomfortable feelings, such as anxiety, fear, or doubt. These feelings can be so intense that they interfere with daily life or as NOCD put it, OCD tells you that you cannot bear uncomfortable feelings. While it … Read more