Why Can't I Stop OCD Compulsions?: Understanding Rigidity in OCD
Can't stop OCD compulsions despite knowing they're excessive? Learn why psychological rigidity makes compulsions impossible to resist and how ERP therapy restores flexibility.
When the Healer Isn’t Human
AI therapy can help—or harm. An OCD specialist explains the hidden risks of chatbot mental health support and what responsible use looks like.
What Makes Obsessive Thoughts Obsessive?
Ever had a thought you didn’t ask for—violent, bizarre, or just plain wrong—and wondered what it meant? For most, these pass. For those with OCD, they stick. Here’s what makes obsessive thoughts obsessive—and how to start breaking the cycle.
When Thinking Becomes the Problem: Pure O Rumination and Mental Compulsions
The same analytical thinking that helps you succeed is keeping you stuck. Rumination feels like problem-solving, but it's a compulsion. Here's how to tell the difference—and what actually works.