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Let’s be real—dealing with anxiety and OCD can feel like a full-time job. And while it’s amazing to have supportive family and friends, sometimes their well-meaning attempts to help can actually make things harder. Maybe they unknowingly enable your compulsions or offer reassurance when what you really need is space to work through your anxiety. […]

Real Event OCD, also known as Real Event Intrusive Thoughts, can be distressing and disruptive to daily life. Individuals with this subtype of OCD often experience intrusive thoughts related to past events, leading to compulsive behaviors aimed at alleviating anxiety. In this listicle, we’ll explore four common compulsions seen in those with Real Event OCD […]