I normally hate using OCD as an adjective, but I think it’s ok this way: Wanna be OCD friends? I ask because I have OCD, too, and hanging with someone else who just gets it can make all the difference ...

Think you know obsessive-compulsive disorder? Think again. OCD is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions. Many assume it’s all about being tidy or organized, but the reality is far ...

Many years ago, a friend of mine whose husband would come to pick her up from work. The first time I joined them in their car for a lift I noticed the seats were covered with pure white linen instead ...

The mention of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often conjures images of scrupulous organization and particularity — a picture of perfectionism. Some might also think of a fear of germs or ...

In today’s “cancel culture,” one mistake can have severe consequences. This isn’t to say I’m against holding individuals accountable for their actions, or dismantling power dynamics to empower women, ...

Obsessions and compulsions in obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) vary between people and may focus on one or more themes. The term “taboo OCD” refers to OCD themes that center around socially ...

You’ve just shared a brilliant opinion, told a hilarious joke, or sang the most beautiful melody. Proud and confident in your own voice, finally, you trust yourself. So you let it go. It’s a mic-drop ...