It’s no surprise that mental health challenges often affect these relationships. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is no exception. As someone with OCD, I’ve experienced this impact first-hand. Over the years, my relationships have been affected by my OCD symptoms, which have ranged from ...
Or to paint the walls of an operating room a dirty tone of split pea soup? For the home: If you have a case of kitchen OCD, a white kitchen is a necessity. White will make the kitchen appear larger (and it IS the heart of the house, so the bigger, the better!), but the more...
Anxiety: People with anxiety may ruminate on specific fears, such as the idea that something bad will happen to their family. Or they might ruminate more generally, continually scanning their mind for things that might go wrong. Obsessive-compulsive disorder(OCD): People with OCD may feel ove...
Self-help for gambling addiction is becoming very popular. Some people prefer to try and deal with the issue on their own. This is a perfectly valid approach and individuals who are strong-willed and in the habit of addressing their behavior analytically stand to benefit. Joining peer groups i...
Anxiety disorders can profoundly affect your life, limiting your ability to function and maintain relationships. However, they are treatable conditions, and many people experience significant improvement with professional help. Treatments may include therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes aimed at reduci...
There are several things going through the human mind which can lead to panic attacks. Intense fear is a major factor because, fear causes anxiety, you’re constantly worrying about when the attack will take affect again. Some people have a fear of the place where they had the attack to ...
BDD does not discriminate between class, race, ethnicity or gender [source: Butler Hospital]. People with the disorder often abhor more than one physical feature, most commonly the skin, hair, nose and other body parts. So what are the behaviors of someone dealing with body dysmorphic disorder...
OCD Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) used to be classified as an anxiety disorder, but is now considered its own disorder. It affects about 2 million people in the United States each year. According to theCleveland Clinic, people with OCD “have recurring and distressing thoughts, fears or ...
Many people seeking love in a one-sided relationship spend time and effort trying to find evidence that the person they love reciprocates their feelings. They might cling to any possibility of hope and ignore signs that the person does not love them. These attempts to find meaning can be hum...
Research has shown that thought suppression in people with OCD can lead to the development of more intrusive thoughts.6 Accepting the thoughts does not mean you are giving up. Understanding that you don't have control does not mean you are giving the intrusive thoughts control over you. ...