Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often portrayed in films and TV as a quirky personality trait—an obsession with cleanliness and order. While these portrayals may entertain, they rarely reflect the complex, deeply distressing reality of living with OCD. In real life, OCD is a mental health condition characterized by unwanted, intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. […]
What Not to Say to Someone With OCD
If a friend or family member has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), you probably want to do whatever you can to help them. But if you’ve never dealt with this disorder yourself, you might have a hard time figuring out what to say. Your goal should be to empathize with them and offer support, so with that […]