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In this episode, I’m joined by Maraiyah Perez, an 18 year old who has OCD. We discuss.. – her first intrusive thought and her subsequent ego-dystonic intrusive harm thoughts – false memories, finally telling someone about her thoughts, and how alone she felt – how ERP changed her life and how she is doing now […]

August 24, 2023

Episode #140 – Harm Intrusive Thoughts and False Memory OCD with Maraiyah Perez

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Introduction: Unveiling the Path to Long-Term OCD Recovery Living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can be an overwhelming and distressing experience, leaving individuals yearning for a life free from the grips of anxiety and intrusive thoughts. In this blog, we delve into the world of exposure and response prevention (ERP), a powerful therapeutic approach that stands […]

Embracing the Long-Term Journey: The Power of Exposure and Response Prevention in OCD Recovery

August 22, 2023

OCD and Anxiety Basics, Recovery Tips