Hit-and-Run OCD is a subtype of Harm OCD that causes intense fear of accidentally injuring someone while driving—even when there's no evidence. This blog explores common intrusive thoughts, compulsions like checking or avoiding driving, and how evidence-based treatment can help you break free from the OCD cycle.

Postpartum OCD is a misunderstood and often silent struggle that affects many new parents—but few feel safe talking about it. If you’ve experienced scary, unwanted thoughts about your baby, you’re not broken or unsafe—you might be experiencing a treatable form of OCD. In this post, we explore what postpartum OCD looks like, why it’s so hard to talk about, and how evidence-based treatments like ERP, ACT, mindfulness, and I-CBT can help you reclaim your role as a parent with confidence and compassion.

Meet Jamie Lubov, Learning and Education Specialist at OCDMN! With over a decade of experience and a passion for helping students succeed, Jamie provides tailored support for families navigating learning disabilities. From comprehensive assessments to special education advocacy, Jamie ensures every child has the tools to thrive academically and emotionally. Learn more about how Jamie can support your family’s journey at OCDMN.

Did you know there’s a significant overlap between OCD and learning disabilities like dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia? Understanding this connection can empower individuals to overcome academic and emotional challenges. Learn how our our services support those navigating both OCD and learning difficulties.

Navigating the education system can be overwhelming for families of students with unique learning needs. IEPs and 504 Plans are essential tools that provide tailored support, helping children thrive academically and emotionally. At OCDMN, our Learning and Education Specialist, Jamie, offers neurodivergent-affirming assessments, parent advocacy guidance, and collaboration with schools to ensure your child gets the accommodations they need.

Discover the calming benefits of gentle yoga for anxiety. This self-compassionate practice helps soothe the nervous system, reduce stress, and promote emotional balance. Perfect for beginners and anyone seeking mindfulness and relaxation.

In this blog post, we delve into the core fear of being a 'bad person' in OCD—a fear that drives distressing obsessions and compulsions across various forms. Learn about the ways this fear manifests and discover evidence-based strategies like CBT, ERP, and Inference-Based CBT to manage and overcome this core fear.

Discover how incorporating leisure activities through Recreation Therapy can significantly enhance your mental and physical well-being. Learn about the barriers to leisure and how to overcome them to lead a more fulfilling and balanced life

Pedophilia OCD (POCD) is a subtype of OCD characterized by intrusive, unwanted thoughts and images about pedophilia, which do not reflect the individual's desires or intentions. This condition causes intense psychological distress and fear, making it difficult for individuals to seek help due to the isolating and stigmatizing nature of these thoughts.

Perfectionism and over-control are complex issues often rewarded in society, but they can negatively impact well-being and relationships. Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) addresses these issues by fostering emotional connection and openness.

This post explores the film adaptation of John Green's novel "Turtles All The Way Down," which delves into OCD, particularly through existential and contamination OCD.

Selective mutism is a complex and often misunderstood condition where an individual is unable to speak in certain social situations, despite having the ability to speak in others. This condition is more than just shyness; it's a severe anxiety disorder that can significantly impact a person's life.

Inference-based Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (I-CBT) is a novel approach to treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), focusing on the concept of 'inferential confusion' where obsessions are seen as a result of flawed reasoning, rather than misinterpretations of intrusive thoughts.