When most people think of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), they picture someone washing their hands over and over, checking the door lock repeatedly, or arranging things in a particular way. These are examples of physical compulsions, or visible behaviors done to ease the distress caused by obsessive thoughts. But there’s another side of OCD that’s often… […]

Written by Dr. Paulina Syracuse, Psy.D. Recently, country music star Luke Combs opened up about his experience with, as he said, his “particularly wicked” obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), shedding light on a particularly misunderstood aspect of the condition. He shared that he has struggled with a form of OCD known as “Pure O,” which involves intrusive,… […]

Written by Amanda Turco, LPC Thanksgiving can be a wonderful day spending time with loved ones, taking time off work, making gratitude lists, and eating beloved comfort foods. It can also offer a plethora of challenges for people who are in eating disorder recovery. Shifts in routine, a day-long focus on different foods than you… […]