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Posted by: Heather Yardley, PhD on Apr 23, 2021

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a relatively common type of anxiety disorder in which individuals have intrusive, anxiety-provoking thoughts and, in many cases, must do certain things to reduce their anxiety.

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Does OCD Get Worse During Puberty?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) involves excessively worrying or thinking about something despite trying not to (obsessions) and feeling pulled to take certain actions to keep something bad from happening or to get rid of bad thoughts (compulsions).
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How to Talk to Children about Death
“Mommy, I don’t want you to die!” As parents, we try our best to protect our children from death, which is an unfortunate reality of life.

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What Are Signs of OCD in Children and Teens?

Aug 26, 2013

All kids have worries and doubts. But kids with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often can’t stop worrying, no matter how much they want to. And those worries frequently compel them to behave in certain ways over and over again. Read More