Am I a Monster: Hidden Fears and Harm OCD
Mental Health, Emotional Health, Ask a Therapist Sarah Hunter, LCSW Mental Health, Emotional Health, Ask a Therapist Sarah Hunter, LCSW

Am I a Monster: Hidden Fears and Harm OCD

Thoughts about OCD usually are accompanied by stereotypical images of someone scrubbing their hands or straightening a crooked picture frame. The truth this, OCD exists in many dimensions. Contamination and symmetry are two of the better-known dimensions where people with OCD may struggle. However, they are not the only two areas that exist. Two other dimensions where OCD can reside include harm and unacceptable thoughts. Although these areas may be lesser known, they are also very common.

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Worry Monster Part 2: Trust your Child will Survive Being Scared
Parenting, Mental/Emotional Health Amy Lambert, LCSW Parenting, Mental/Emotional Health Amy Lambert, LCSW

Worry Monster Part 2: Trust your Child will Survive Being Scared

After reading Worry Monster Part 1 you better understand that your child has an extra sensitive alarm system that is triggering fight or flight unnecessarily. Now that you understand the underlying mechanisms, it is time to jump into what we can do that will actually help address this underlying system that is wreaking havoc. 

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