Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is a mental health disorder characterized by uncontrollable and recurring thoughts, images, or impulses (obsessions), often followed by repetitive behaviors or mental acts (compulsions) to reduce anxiety or prevent perceived harm. At the root of OCD is an irrational fear that something terrible will happen if the person doesn’t complete a mental or …
We often think of OCD as a disorder that only affects adults, but even young children can have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Despite their best efforts, children with OCD cannot stop their disturbing thoughts, images, and urges, no matter how hard they try. Toddlers may show more subtle signs of compulsive thinking or behavior, which often …
Phobias are intense and persistent fears of specific objects, activities, or situations that are not dangerous. Common phobias include fears of heights, spiders, enclosed spaces, flying, and public speaking. Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP) can treat phobias and is very effective. It is also relatively brief than other forms of treatment. ERP is a …
When a child has a mental health condition or a special need, it is crucial for parents to understand all the potential factors that may contribute to their child’s health and well-being. That means a parent in their own educational journey may have heard about genetic mutations that affect mental health. MTHFR genetic mutations are …
Kids often experience emotional upset, but some highly sensitive children are prone to frequent, intense overreactions to seemingly benign everyday problems. This can lead to serious behavioral problems and emotional dysregulation that can be hard to manage. The parent of a highly sensitive child is at greater risk of stress because of the emotional rollercoaster …
This is a 3-Part Series on Improving Parent-Child Communication 15 Ways to Improve Communication With Your Child or Teen When communication between parents and teenagers breaks down, it can be a challenging and frustrating experience for both parties. However, it is important to remember that communication breakdowns are a normal part of any relationship and …
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD, is characterized by unwanted thoughts and fears that trigger behaviors that get in the way of a person’s everyday life. Different people experience OCD in different ways. OCD involves rituals, intrusive thoughts, and compulsive behaviors. Although closely associated with anxiety, they’re different because anxiety is rooted in a real event. OCD, …
OCD, or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, is characterized by irrational fears and thoughts, leading to compulsive behaviors. People with OCD use compulsions to reduce distress or eliminate obsessions. The behaviors result as a way to stop an irrational fear or “the bad from happening.” While all may have intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors from time to time, …
It can be difficult and frustrating to find out why your child has OCD. In fact, if it comes with a sudden onset due to infection or toxins, it leaves parents overwhelmed or even frightened of what’s happening to their children. Some parents even wonder if their child has gone crazy when they see them …
OCD, or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, is challenging to treat on your own without support from clinical psychology experts. Many try to manage their own OCD without ever really finding a treatment that helps. It is a misunderstood and often missed mental health condition that is complex to treat because of these issues and families often inadvertently …
The effectiveness of diagnosis and treatment vary by patient and condition. Dr. Roseann Capanna-Hodge, LLC does not guarantee certain results.
