How OCD Changes Throughout Your Life
OCD doesn’t stay the same throughout your life — it changes, evolves, and adapts to new stressors and stages of life. In this episode, Dr. Patrick McGrath breaks down how OCD can manifest from childho...
22 Joulu 202413min
Compassion and Acceptance: A Therapist’s Journey Through OCD Recovery
On this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Patrick McGrath sits down with Jonny Say, a London-based therapist whose personal experience with OCD spans over 30 years. From childhood panic attacks ...
19 Joulu 202445min
OCD Recovery Avoidance: What It Is And How To Overcome It
What is OCD recovery avoidance? It’s not about refusing treatment on purpose — it’s about patterns of behavior that unintentionally keep someone from getting better. Whether it’s denying there’s a pro...
17 Joulu 202455min
Your Guide To OCD-Proofing The Holidays (Yes, It’s Possible)
The holidays can be magical, but for those with OCD, they can also be stressful. In this special episode, Dr. Patrick McGrath cuts through the holiday cliches to tackle real challenges — like navigati...
15 Joulu 20248min
How OCD Can Hijack Your Faith: Understanding Scrupulosity Subtype | Get to know OCD Ep 32
In this episode of Get to Know OCD, we dive deep into the complexities of scrupulosity, a form of OCD that intertwines with one’s values, morals, or religious beliefs. Featuring Dr. Jed Siev, a licens...
12 Joulu 202448min
How Howie Mandel And Marc Summers Navigated OCD And Hollywood | Get to know OCD Ep 31
Howie Mandel and Marc Summers both carved out long-standing careers for themselves in the limelight and on TV screens. But behind the laughter and success lies a shared struggle with OCD — a challenge...
11 Joulu 202433min
OCD, Uncertainty, And Finding Happiness In Life’s Hard Stuff | Get to know OCD Ep 29
Living in the face of uncertainty is no small feat — especially when navigating life with a chronic condition or OCD. Dr. Ashley Smith, a psychologist and author of The Way I See It: A Psychologist’s ...
10 Joulu 202450min
How to Handle OCD Flare-Ups This Holiday Season
The holidays can be a time of joy, but they’re also a stressor — perfect conditions for OCD to flare up. From intrusive thoughts to compulsions promising false relief, the Christmas season can feel ov...
8 Joulu 20248min
