WHEN DOES RUMINATION BECOME A COMPULSION?
We all worry and overthink sometimes, but when does rumination become a compulsion? I explore the difference between ordinary problem-solving and compulsive thinking, why rumination can maintain OCD, and how we can learn to respond differently.
SHOULD INTRUSIVE THOUGHTS BE CHALLENGED?
Challenging negative thoughts is a familiar part of CBT, but when it comes to OCD, this approach can sometimes become a compulsion itself. I explore when thought challenging is helpful, when it becomes problematic and what we can do instead.
IS HEALTH ANXIETY PART OF OCD?
Health anxiety and OCD have a surprising amount in common. Both can involve intrusive thoughts, checking and reassurance seeking. But are they actually the same condition? I explore where they overlap, how they differ and what this means for treatment.
CAN OCD BE CURED?
Is OCD a lifelong condition, or can you fully recover? I explore what recovery really means, how treatment can change our responses to intrusive thoughts, and whether OCD can return.
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO TREAT OCD?
How long does it take to recover from OCD? I explore what influences treatment duration, why progress varies between individuals, and how to recognise meaningful improvements during CBT and ERP.
WHAT HELPS US RECOVER FROM OCD?
Why do some people recover from OCD more quickly than others? I explore three important factors that can support recovery: understanding OCD, finding motivation to change, and having a supportive environment.