Author: Carol Edwards
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How Guilt Affects People with OCD and How to Overcome It
It’s not unusual for people with OCD to ruminate and analyse harmful thoughts. For example, “What if it’s something I want to do?” “If it isn’t, why do I get the urge that makes me think I do?”
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Understanding I-CBT Therapy for OCD: A New Perspective
Since nothing can validate an obsession, terrible things can only happen in your imagination. Therefore, what is the point of compulsions? Remember, you don’t need compulsive behaviours to protect your authentic self because an obsession isn’t about you; it’s about an imaginary self OCD presented to you.
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Somatic Obsessions: How To Apply Exposure Response Prevention (Exclusive Content)
This 28-page document focuses on exposure-response prevention (ERP) for somatic obsessions.
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How To Manage Dissociation (Exclusive Content)
Carol Edwards’ tutorial delves into dissociative states, especially in the context of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and autism. It offers tailored cognitive-behavioural strategies and links to assessment scales. The content includes examples of dissociation, amnesia, and proactive techniques for managing these experiences. This resource is beneficial for therapists new to OCD treatment and individuals seeking to…
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Surviving Depression (Exclusive Content)
Welcome to this brief yet informative tutorial that discusses the importance of spotting “Early Warning Systems”. These systems are the factors that can help clinically depressed patients evaluate why their moods are low, then monitor and manage their symptoms.
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How Folding Your Arms Can Help You Power Through Peripheral Staring
Imagine you are sitting on a bus or train, minding your own business. Suddenly you feel the pulling urge to turn and look when you sense the uncomfortable distraction of people around you. Here’s what you can do:
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The Imaginary Triangle: A Tool for Better Eye Contact in V-TOCD
Staring OCD, also known as visual Tourettic OCD or V-TOCD, involves involuntary gazing towards private areas and peripherally. This can make communication challenging, but techniques like the triangular gaze can help manage the urge to stare and look like eye-contact.
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Embracing Reality: Overcoming False Memories in OCD
I reached a moment of clarity where I realised I needed some support. I discovered a wonderful therapist who quickly identified my struggle with false memory associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder. At first, I was unsure, as my memory of that night felt so genuine.