O.C.D. (Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder)
In Brief
“Having OCD is like being controlled by a puppeteer.” ~ T. Neville
Quotes
“OCD thoughts can come into your mind, but it’s up to you if you pay attention to them.” ~ Unknown
OCD is like having a bully in your head that no one can see.” ~ Anonymous
“The mind can become its own slave.” ~ Unknown
“Ruminating on OCD obsession is like praying for something you don’t want.” ~ Unknown
Resources
Websites
Treatmyocd.com
Ocdhope.com
Nimh.gov
Unstuck.org
Movies
Rain Man
Turner and Hooch
The Odd Couple
Conspiracy Theory
Moby Dick
Books
The ACTY Workbook for OCD
M. Mazza
The Healthy Compulsive
~ G. Trosclair
Therapy Pros
Exposure and response prevention. Cope, don’t cure. Trust observable reality.
Therapy Cons
Shame deters. Fear of change. Unrecognized symptoms. Family resistance.
