Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Julie Derrick
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Understanding the Condition
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition that affects 1-2% of the population- roughly 12 out of every 1000 people and yet there is still much ignorance and misconception surrounding the condition.
In this week's newsletter, I will break down what OCD is, provide an insight into its different forms and share practical ways to support children dealing with this challenging condition.
The 3 main components of OCD?
Obsessions are unwanted intrusive thoughts, images or urges that cause anxiety and distress.
These obsessions can be triggered by various factors including;
2. Compulsions
Compulsions are repetitive behaviours or mental acts performed to relieve the discomfort caused by obsessions.
OCD can manifest in many different forms and can centre around fears such as contamination, harming others and making mistakes. This can make sufferers feel compelled to act in specific ways and carry out compulsions like:
3. Disorder
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The disorder is what separates OCD from other anxiety disorders.
OCD is classified as a disorder because of its persistent nature.
Intrusive thoughts become trapped and result in compulsions being carried out over and over which can disrupt the sufferer's life massively.
It isn't a quirk or a habit.
Children with OCD do not choose to have these thoughts or behaviours and are often aware that their actions are excessive but feel unable to stop them.
OCD is a mental health condition that can interfere with school, relationships and career prospects.
Treatment for OCD
Treatment for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Treatment for OCD often includes a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), particularly Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy and medication, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs).
With the appropriate treatment, many children with OCD can manage their symptoms and lead fulfilling lives.
However, there can be a long waiting list for professional support and therapy, during which time OCD behaviours can become much more debilitating.
Many people have reached out to me for tips on how to start managing OCD behaviours while waiting for therapy.
To help, I decided to create a handbook sharing strategies we used to stand up to OCD.
What’s in the Handbook?
The Parenting OCD in Teens and Tweens digital handbook is a 100+ page resource that covers:
For just ￡15, this handbook offers practical tools and strategies to support your child in managing OCD while waiting for professional help.
Click here to get access to the Parenting OCD in Teens and Tweens Digital Handbook today!
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