The Science Behind Hair Pulling, Skin Picking, and Other Repetitive Behaviors
Hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting — these aren’t just “bad habits.” They’re known as body-focused repetitive behaviors (BFRBs), and for many people, they feel nearly impossible to stop. But it i...
26 Maalis 39min
THE IMPOSSIBLE LINE: John Green on Why You Can't Logic Away OCD Fear
Have you ever had a fear that felt completely real, even when you knew it most likely wasn’t? John Green has. In this video, John shares how OCD fears can blur the line between thoughts and reality, a...
23 Maalis 8min
How To Actually Get Better From OCD
Most people think OCD treatment is just about exposure, but... that’s only part of the story. The real change happens when you stop doing the compulsions and safety behaviors that keep you stuck. In t...
22 Maalis 11min
How OCD Takes Over The Whole Family
OCD doesn’t just affect one person, it can quietly take over an entire household. What starts as small accommodations to reduce anxiety can turn into daily routines shaped around OCD, pulling parents ...
19 Maalis 42min
Why I Hid My OCD In The Military Out Of Fear
Cody Fournier was serving in the military when OCD began to consume his thoughts. The taboo thoughts were intense and confusing, but what scared him just as much was the idea of anyone finding out. In...
12 Maalis 43min
John Green answers the internet's biggest OCD questions
Author and YouTuber John Green sits down with Dr. Patrick McGrath, NOCD’s Chief Clinical Officer, to answer the internet’s most-asked questions about OCD, including:• How do you ask for help when your...
9 Maalis 19min
How The Right OCD Treatment Can Rewire Your Brain
Did you know the correct kind of OCD treatment doesn’t just change how you feel, it can actually change how your brain responds to fear. Yes, it's true and in this video, Dr. Patrick McGrath explains ...
8 Maalis 7min
My OCD Was Happening Entirely in My Head
Lauren Rosen’s OCD didn’t always look like the compulsions people expect. Much of it was happening entirely in her mind. For years, she found herself trapped in endless mental loops — replaying conver...
5 Maalis 47min
