What is OCD? OCD, or Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, is a pattern of unwanted or intrusive thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead the person to act out behaviors (compulsions), so much so that they can interfere with day-to-day activities. OCD thoughts and behaviors can look different for each person experiencing them.  OCD is different from anxiety because it involves intrusive thoughts, compulsions, and rituals. Anxiety tends to be rooted in

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Curious about the link between strep throat and OCD symptoms in children?  For some, an immune reaction to a strep infection may inadvertently target the brain, leading to abrupt onset of OCD signs. This nightmarish condition is referred to as PANDAS. Yes, what may look like “strep throat OCD” is actually PANDAS—and it’s more common

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes If your child’s behavior has left you feeling confused or even helpless, take a breath. It can feel isolating, but hope begins with knowing that their behavior is a message—not a mystery. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can be overwhelming for both children and their parents.  The relentless OCD cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors can

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes When OCD shows up—especially out of the blue—it can turn your world upside down. Maybe it crept in slowly. Or maybe it came on fast after an illness like PANS or PANDAS. Either way, the fear, confusion, and guilt are real—and you’re not alone. OCD is often misdiagnosed, but there are science-backed, natural treatments that

Estimated reading time: 8 minutes Many parents report that their children are overwhelmed by persistent, repetitive thoughts, especially when anxiety or OCD is involved. This constant mental loop, known as rumination, can feel like a hamster wheel of worry that never stops turning. But here’s the good news: you can help your child break free from this cycle. With the

Estimated reading time: 12 minutes When your child has OCD, it can feel like you’re doing everything and still falling short. But here’s the thing: your child is overwhelmed too, trying to make sense of thoughts and feelings that don’t make sense to them either. The guilt you feel is something so many parents carry but healing starts when you

Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Responsibility OCD can quietly take hold of your child’s life—sometimes so gradually, you don’t even notice it at first. Maybe they keep asking, “Are you sure I didn’t hurt someone?” after bumping into a classmate. Or they won’t play their favorite video game anymore because they think it might make something bad happen. Their brain

Estimated reading time: 10 minutes Have you noticed your child getting stuck in a loop—rewriting homework over and over, arranging their pillows just right, or checking under the bed again and again? At first, it might seem like perfectionism or one of those quirky kid habits… but when it starts taking over bedtime, homework, or your whole morning routine, it