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September 4, 2025 by Laura Gilbert Gerber

What Not to Say to Someone With OCD

If a friend or family member has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you probably want to do whatever you can to help them. But if you’ve never dealt with this disorder yourself, you might have a hard time figuring out what to say. Your goal should be to empathize with them and offer support, so … [Read more...]

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August 16, 2025 by Laura Gilbert Gerber

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: In the Movies vs. Real Life

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often portrayed in films and TV as a quirky personality trait—an obsession with cleanliness and order. While these portrayals may entertain, they rarely reflect the complex, deeply distressing reality of living with OCD. In real life, OCD is a mental health … [Read more...]

Filed Under: ocd

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