Podcasts about obsessive compulsive disorder

Moral OCD can be tricky for parents to recognize because it often looks like strong values, deep guilt, or honest confessions. In this episode, I break down the most common pitfalls parents fall into when trying to support their child with Moral OCD like:Mistaking OCD-driven fears for good moralsTreating compulsive “confessions” as realWorrying that if you don't respond, your child will bottle everything up. Confusion around if it is OCD or your child's religious or personal beliefs and preferences.Most importantly, I'll share practical ways to shift your responses: how to separate OCD from true values, recognize when you're debating with OCD instead of your child, respond in a consistent way to “confessions,” and support healthy communication without fueling compulsions. You'll walk away with concrete strategies to reduce accommodation while still staying connected and compassionate.***This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go tohttps://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parentingThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.Parents, do you need more support?

Social-emotional learning (SEL) teaches five core competencies: self-awareness, self-regulation, social awareness, relationship skills, and problem-solving. Steven Tobias, Psy.D., explains how to teach SEL skills to students with ADHD. Social-Emotional Learning: Additional Resources Free Download: 5 Ways to Improve Emotional Control at Home Read: Your Child Is Not Giving You a Hard Time. Your Child Is Having a Hard Time. Read: 11 Strategies That Improve Emotional Control at School and Home Read: The Key to ADHD Emotional Regulation? Cultivating Gratitude, Pride & Compassion Access the video and slides for podcast episode #573 here: https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/social-emotional-learning-for-adhd-students/ This episode is brought to you by NOCD, the world's leading provider of specialized OCD treatment. Learn more at https://learn.nocd.com/ADHDExperts. Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (additu.de/subscribe) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.

Donna Adelson's Collapse, Kohberger's Meds EXPOSED & Rex Heuermann's DNA Bombshell The true crime headlines this week read like a three-act tragedy. We begin with Donna Adelson, who just spent her first weekend as a convicted murderer. Cameras caught her courtroom “collapse”—but was it really collapse, or the same manipulation tactic she's used her entire life? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to unpack why Donna's outward, audience-scanning “shock” didn't play, how fear and control ruled her family for decades, and why the jury likely returned so fast. We dive into the psychology of the “look” and the family trauma-bonding that made the Adelsons implode in plain sight. Then we pivot to Bryan Kohberger. Newly released photos from his apartment and office offer strange insight—a birthday card from his mom, a smiley face echoing on his office door, disorganized chaos clashing with his “OCD” diagnosis. But the real reveal? A drug code hidden in paperwork pointing to levothyroxine, a thyroid medication that, if mismanaged, can amplify agitation, obsession, and instability. Pair that with his autism, OCD, ADHD, and ARFID diagnoses, and you get a profile of someone rigid, fixated, and increasingly unmoored. These conditions explain quirks, not murder. The choice to kill was his alone—but the context is chilling. Finally, the Rex Heuermann case turns a corner. After years of silence, DNA is officially in. A discarded pizza crust tied him to hairs on burlap sacks that wrapped the Gilgo Beach victims. The science? Whole-genome sequencing—a new, court-admitted method that can pull profiles from even hair without roots. Defense cried “never used before.” The judge said, “there's always a first.” Now, the path to trial is clearer, and the odds of Rex walking away grow slimmer by the day. Three cases. Three collapsing facades. Donna, Bryan, Rex. Each revealing that control, denial, and obsession don't hold forever. Subscribe, drop your thoughts in the comments, and join us live every weekday 10 a.m.–noon CT for Hidden Killers Live. Hashtags  #DonnaAdelson #BryanKohberger #RexHeuermann #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #DNAEvidence #CourtroomDrama #PsychologicalControl #TrueCrimeCommunity #LegalAnalysis Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Jordan Jensen jokes about her OCD in his Netflix special, "Take Me With You".

Donna Adelson's Collapse, Kohberger's Meds EXPOSED & Rex Heuermann's DNA Bombshell The true crime headlines this week read like a three-act tragedy. We begin with Donna Adelson, who just spent her first weekend as a convicted murderer. Cameras caught her courtroom “collapse”—but was it really collapse, or the same manipulation tactic she's used her entire life? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to unpack why Donna's outward, audience-scanning “shock” didn't play, how fear and control ruled her family for decades, and why the jury likely returned so fast. We dive into the psychology of the “look” and the family trauma-bonding that made the Adelsons implode in plain sight. Then we pivot to Bryan Kohberger. Newly released photos from his apartment and office offer strange insight—a birthday card from his mom, a smiley face echoing on his office door, disorganized chaos clashing with his “OCD” diagnosis. But the real reveal? A drug code hidden in paperwork pointing to levothyroxine, a thyroid medication that, if mismanaged, can amplify agitation, obsession, and instability. Pair that with his autism, OCD, ADHD, and ARFID diagnoses, and you get a profile of someone rigid, fixated, and increasingly unmoored. These conditions explain quirks, not murder. The choice to kill was his alone—but the context is chilling. Finally, the Rex Heuermann case turns a corner. After years of silence, DNA is officially in. A discarded pizza crust tied him to hairs on burlap sacks that wrapped the Gilgo Beach victims. The science? Whole-genome sequencing—a new, court-admitted method that can pull profiles from even hair without roots. Defense cried “never used before.” The judge said, “there's always a first.” Now, the path to trial is clearer, and the odds of Rex walking away grow slimmer by the day. Three cases. Three collapsing facades. Donna, Bryan, Rex. Each revealing that control, denial, and obsession don't hold forever. Subscribe, drop your thoughts in the comments, and join us live every weekday 10 a.m.–noon CT for Hidden Killers Live. Hashtags  #DonnaAdelson #BryanKohberger #RexHeuermann #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #DNAEvidence #CourtroomDrama #PsychologicalControl #TrueCrimeCommunity #LegalAnalysis Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

FBI Behavior Chief Breaks Down Bryan Kohberger's Apartment  We're not touring the crime scene. We're examining the newly circulated images from Bryan Kohberger's apartment and office—the spaces he chose and how they speak. What do you see when a life is mostly empty walls, loose papers, and one lone keepsake? A birthday card dated 11/21/22 sits like a lighthouse in a fog. The message? A strange duality: “proper” on one side, “riding the rage” on the other. Is it a mom's hopeful nudge—or quiet recognition of a split he couldn't reconcile? Then there's the office door: a crude smiley with those distinctive vertical eyes—eerily echoing the card's own face. Coincidence? A copy? Intentional mirroring? We connect that to a separate clue in the grading notes: “Only answer the question asked.” It's a professor's plea to stop pontificating—evidence of someone more invested in sounding smart than engaging with the assignment. It's not brilliance; it's volume. We also tackle the big misconception: “If he had OCD, why is everything a mess?” Because labels aren't behavior; behavior is behavior. You can be hyper-controlled in one narrow slice of life and chaotic everywhere else. The apartment looks less like ritualized order and more like a disorganized brain that fixates, then drops the thread. Even the vegetarian receipts and “fake meat” run don't point to empathy—they might just be another fixation in a life of copy/paste identities. This segment isn't a diagnosis. It's a read of visible patterns: mimicry, identity gap, and chaos where substance should be. If you want the viral moment, it's here—the card, the smiley, and what they quietly telegraph. If you're following the case for more than headlines, subscribe and join the conversation below. Hashtags #BryanKohberger #HiddenKillers #CrimeScenePhotos #ApartmentTour #BehavioralAnalysis #CopycatBehavior #EvidencePhotos #TrueCrimeCommunity #OfficeDoorSmiley #CaseDiscussion #Podcast #Analysis Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Donna Adelson's Collapse, Kohberger's Meds EXPOSED & Rex Heuermann's DNA Bombshell The true crime headlines this week read like a three-act tragedy. We begin with Donna Adelson, who just spent her first weekend as a convicted murderer. Cameras caught her courtroom “collapse”—but was it really collapse, or the same manipulation tactic she's used her entire life? Retired FBI Special Agent Robin Dreeke joins us to unpack why Donna's outward, audience-scanning “shock” didn't play, how fear and control ruled her family for decades, and why the jury likely returned so fast. We dive into the psychology of the “look” and the family trauma-bonding that made the Adelsons implode in plain sight. Then we pivot to Bryan Kohberger. Newly released photos from his apartment and office offer strange insight—a birthday card from his mom, a smiley face echoing on his office door, disorganized chaos clashing with his “OCD” diagnosis. But the real reveal? A drug code hidden in paperwork pointing to levothyroxine, a thyroid medication that, if mismanaged, can amplify agitation, obsession, and instability. Pair that with his autism, OCD, ADHD, and ARFID diagnoses, and you get a profile of someone rigid, fixated, and increasingly unmoored. These conditions explain quirks, not murder. The choice to kill was his alone—but the context is chilling. Finally, the Rex Heuermann case turns a corner. After years of silence, DNA is officially in. A discarded pizza crust tied him to hairs on burlap sacks that wrapped the Gilgo Beach victims. The science? Whole-genome sequencing—a new, court-admitted method that can pull profiles from even hair without roots. Defense cried “never used before.” The judge said, “there's always a first.” Now, the path to trial is clearer, and the odds of Rex walking away grow slimmer by the day. Three cases. Three collapsing facades. Donna, Bryan, Rex. Each revealing that control, denial, and obsession don't hold forever. Subscribe, drop your thoughts in the comments, and join us live every weekday 10 a.m.–noon CT for Hidden Killers Live. Hashtags  #DonnaAdelson #BryanKohberger #RexHeuermann #HiddenKillers #TrueCrime #DNAEvidence #CourtroomDrama #PsychologicalControl #TrueCrimeCommunity #LegalAnalysis Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Robert James explains how “what-if” questions drive obsessive-compulsive thinking, why uncertainty is the engine of OCD, and simple strategies to resist compulsions and allow a little uncertainty. He draws on personal experience and offers practical steps to refocus on values, plus details about a free discovery call and a 12-week program at robertjamescoaching.co Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.  

Are you effected or not effected by food allergies? Either way you need to become more informed. Food allergies affect much more than what ends up on the plate—they're deeply woven into the emotional fabric of households, shaping the experiences of kids, parents, adults, and entire families. In this heartfelt, practical episode, we explore those hidden layers from socialization, quality of life and self-esteem. Folks suffer from anxiety, depression, OCD, and trauma. Dr. Dennis educates us all on why we need to become more informed, how we can find resilience, and manage countertransference around the "right" way to intervene. You can learn more about Dr. Dennis at ksdfamilysolutions.com and email her at drdennis@ksdfamilysolutions.com A resource:https://www.foodallergycounseling.org/ Dr. Kelly Sullivan Dennis is a licensed clinical social worker with a PhD and over 30 years of experience working with individuals, families, and groups across the lifespan. She serves as an assistant professor in the Social Work Department at Molloy University, where she teaches both undergraduate students and graduate students through the Fordham-Molloy MSW Collaborative. Her academic work is informed by her clinical expertise and her dedication to fostering inclusive, justice-driven social work practice.In her clinical work, Dr. Dennis supports clients coping with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, chronic illness, and major life transitions. She has a special interest in working with children and families to help manage complex issues such as food allergies, chronic illness, and family system challenges. Her approach is strengths-based and integrative, drawing on evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-focused intervention, play therapy, narrative therapy, and solution-focused counseling.Throughout her career, Dr. Dennis has worked in a wide range of settings, including schools, mental health centers, community agencies, parent resource centers, libraries, and places of worship in order to bring mental health support into the heart of the community. She is also an active community educator, leading workshops on grief and loss, trauma, crisis response, parenting children with complex needs, and navigating life with food allergies.Dr. Dennis is a proud member of the Academy of Food Allergy Counseling (AFAC) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW). Her work is guided by a strong commitment to social justice, human rights, and the belief that every individual deserves dignity and access to compassionate, competent care.

This week on The Journey, I'm joined by Olivia Gaumond and her father, Tim. Olivia opens up about her battle with OCD and the path she's taken toward recovery. Tim shares his perspective as a parent—what it was like to walk alongside his daughter during her darkest times and how he found ways to support her through the struggle. Their story is a powerful reminder of courage, resilience, and the strength that comes from family.

In this eye-opening episode of the Secret Life Podcast, host Brianne Davis-Gantt takes a deep dive into the fascinating yet troubling world of emotional addiction. With her characteristic blend of humor and raw honesty, Brianne explores the intense highs and lows that come with seeking emotional drama as a coping mechanism. She reveals how many individuals find themselves caught in a cycle of destructive behavior, constantly craving the rush of emotional intensity to fill an inner void.Throughout the episode, Brianne discusses the signs of emotional addiction, including the compulsive need for drama, the dopamine hits that accompany these emotional highs, and the detrimental effects on mental health such as increased anxiety, mood instability, and chronic stress. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing these patterns and offers practical strategies for breaking free from the cycle of emotional chaos.Listeners will learn how to pause and sit with discomfort instead of seeking out drama for a quick emotional fix. By embracing stillness and self-reflection, they can begin to regulate their emotions and appreciate the beauty of everyday life without relying on the highs and lows of emotional addiction. This episode serves as a powerful reminder that true fulfillment comes from within, not from the chaos of external drama.

Bryan Kohberger's Diagnoses: Autism, OCD, ADHD & ARFID — What They Mean (and Don't) Bryan Kohberger shocked the world when he admitted to murdering four University of Idaho students in November 2022. But in 2025, inside a quiet courtroom, another revelation came to light: a list of mental health diagnoses Kohberger disclosed on his competency waiver. Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1). Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). And Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). What do these diagnoses actually mean? And do they shed light on the disturbing path that led Kohberger to stalk, plan, and brutally end four young lives? In this episode, we break down each condition in plain, human terms — autism, OCD, ADHD, ARFID — and explore how they may have shaped certain aspects of Kohberger's personality and behavior. From his rigid eating habits to his obsessive control over details, from social detachment to hyperfocus on crime, the diagnoses paint a complicated picture of a troubled man. But here's the crucial point: these conditions explain quirks, not choices. Millions of people live with autism, OCD, ADHD, or ARFID. They face challenges, but they do not commit violent crimes. Kohberger's actions were not driven by uncontrollable compulsions or neurological destiny. They were deliberate. Calculated. And deadly. This is not a story about labels. It's about accountability. The court made that clear when Kohberger admitted his conditions did not impair his decision-making. The diagnoses may help us understand him — but they do not excuse him. Join us as we dive into the chilling story of Bryan Kohberger's courtroom diagnoses, the context behind them, and why they fail to answer the haunting question that still lingers: why? #BryanKohberger #IdahoFour #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #Podcast #Autism #OCD #ADHD #ARFID #TrueCrimePodcast #Justice Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Bryan Kohberger's Diagnoses: Autism, OCD, ADHD & ARFID — What They Mean (and Don't) Bryan Kohberger shocked the world when he admitted to murdering four University of Idaho students in November 2022. But in 2025, inside a quiet courtroom, another revelation came to light: a list of mental health diagnoses Kohberger disclosed on his competency waiver. Autism Spectrum Disorder (Level 1). Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). And Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). What do these diagnoses actually mean? And do they shed light on the disturbing path that led Kohberger to stalk, plan, and brutally end four young lives? In this episode, we break down each condition in plain, human terms — autism, OCD, ADHD, ARFID — and explore how they may have shaped certain aspects of Kohberger's personality and behavior. From his rigid eating habits to his obsessive control over details, from social detachment to hyperfocus on crime, the diagnoses paint a complicated picture of a troubled man. But here's the crucial point: these conditions explain quirks, not choices. Millions of people live with autism, OCD, ADHD, or ARFID. They face challenges, but they do not commit violent crimes. Kohberger's actions were not driven by uncontrollable compulsions or neurological destiny. They were deliberate. Calculated. And deadly. This is not a story about labels. It's about accountability. The court made that clear when Kohberger admitted his conditions did not impair his decision-making. The diagnoses may help us understand him — but they do not excuse him. Join us as we dive into the chilling story of Bryan Kohberger's courtroom diagnoses, the context behind them, and why they fail to answer the haunting question that still lingers: why? #BryanKohberger #IdahoFour #TrueCrime #HiddenKillers #Podcast #Autism #OCD #ADHD #ARFID #TrueCrimePodcast #Justice Welcome to the "Week in Review," where we delve into the true stories behind this week's headlines. Your host, Tony Brueski, joins hands with a rotating roster of guests, sharing their insights and analysis on a collection of intriguing, perplexing, and often chilling stories that made the news.       This is not your average news recap. With the sharp investigative lens of Tony and his guests, the show uncovers layers beneath the headlines, offering a comprehensive perspective that traditional news can often miss. From high-profile criminal trials to in-depth examinations of ongoing investigations, this podcast takes listeners on a fascinating journey through the world of true crime and current events.       Each episode navigates through multiple stories, illuminating their details with factual reporting, expert commentary, and engaging conversation. Tony and his guests discuss each case's nuances, complexities, and human elements, delivering a multi-dimensional understanding to their audience.  Whether you are a dedicated follower of true crime, or an everyday listener interested in the stories shaping our world, the "Week in Review" brings you the perfect balance of intrigue, information, and intelligent conversation. Expect thoughtful analysis, informed opinions, and thought-provoking discussions beyond the 24-hour news cycle. Want to comment and watch this podcast as a video? Check out our YouTube Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@hiddenkillerspod Instagram https://www.instagram.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/hiddenkillerspod/ Tik-Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@hiddenkillerspod X Twitter https://x.com/tonybpod Listen Ad-Free On Apple Podcasts Here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/true-crime-today-premium-plus-ad-free-advance-episode/id1705422872

Roger Basick and Gillian Woodward tell us about people living with persistent obsessions and compulsions. What is OCD and how does OCD affect a person's daily life? https://spotlightenglish.com/health-medicine/obsessive-compulsive-disorder/Download our app for Android at http://bit.ly/spotlight-androidDownload our app for iOS at http://bit.ly/spotlight-appleFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/spotlightradioAre you learning English? Are you looking for a way to practice your English? Listen to Spotlight to learn about people and places all around the world. You can learn English words, and even practice English by writing a comment.Visit our website to follow along with the script: http://spotlightenglish.com

In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Elian Beattie, LMHC, LCMHC about the intersection between eating disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). We start the episode by defining various eating disorders, as well as what OCD is (and is not). Elian discusses the intersection between eating disorders and OCD and why the two disorders have such high co-morbidity. She discusses some common symptoms and behaviors seen in both eating disorders and OCD, as well as how both reinforce and contribute to the maintenance of one another. Elian also discusses how one can tell if certain behaviors are driven by OCD versus and eating disorder, and describes various treatment for treating co-morbid OCD and eating disorders. Connect with Elian:Email: elian@insightsgroup.netWebsite: www.insightsgroup.net IG: elianinsightsTeen OCD Virtual Support GroupTreating Co-Occuring Eating Disorders and OCDConnect with Me:Follow me on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow the podcast on IG ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@psych.talk.podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on TikTok ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow me on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow me on Threads ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@jessicaleighphd⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Welcome to Group Therapy Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join my Facebook community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grow Through What You Go Through⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Ways to Work With Me:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mind Over Matter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Masterclass⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Be a guest on my podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Resources:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Anti-Racism Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LGBTQ+ Affirming Resources⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary Setting⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Intro/Outro Music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Life of Riley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ by Kevin MacLeod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Music License⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Why do conditions like MCAS, hEDS, POTS, autoimmunity, and chronic stress so often appear together? And more importantly...can they be reversed? In this episode, I sit down with Adrian Davidson, a writer and researcher exploring the intersections of health, wellness, politics, and pop culture. Adrian has a lifelong passion for storytelling and brings a perspective that is both critical and compassionate. She dives into everything from health theories to cultural phenomena, blending broader commentary with her own lived experiences on her socials.Adrian has reversed multiple complex conditions in her own life, including: Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)Multiple Autoimmune conditionsAnemiaInfertilityHypothyroidismNarcolepsyAnxiety, OCD, ADHD, hallucinationsAutism and Gender DysphoriaIBSShe opens up about what it was like to live with these challenges, how they interconnected, and the steps she took to truly heal. We dive into:What the RCCX cluster is and how it links MCAS, POTS, hEDS, and moreThe connection between genes, trauma, and nervous system stressHow Adrian turned her own health around—moving from illness and infertility to resilience, thriving, and having her 3rd baby at 40.What you can do if you suspect these patterns are at play in your life✨ This episode blends science, lived experience, and hope. If you've ever felt “wired differently” or stuck in cycles of reactivity and illness, Adrian's story will show you that reversal and healing are possible. You can find her curating visual storytelling on Instagram @capitalism.and.glitter and sharing longer-form writing on her Substack. Substack:https://adriandavidson.substack.com/welcomeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/capitalism.and.glitter/Copywrite @AmandaPanacea Lets work together!· https://thehealerrevolution.com/ · Learn about my testing and coaching services: https://youtu.be/U7o17WErb84si=aaDZyp7txO6txtzm · Free 15 mins clarity call https://l.bttr.to/cih5BMy Most popular Courses, Guides, and Product Referrals· Product Links https://shopmy.us/amandapanacea· Feel to Heal: Transform Triggers into Calm (My signature course): https://feeltoheal.co/ · MCAS and histamine intolerance guide https://www.feeltoheal.co/webinar-registration· How to Heal MCAS and Histamine Intolerance Webinar: https://l.bttr.to/3Qnmv · HolyHydrogen Molecular Hydrogen: https://holyhydrogen.com/Panacea · King Coffee (Reishi spore infused organic coffee): https://thehealerrevolution.myorganogold.com/en/premium-gourmet-king-of-coffee/ Are you a practitioner, coach, or want to be? · Get certified in Bioenergetic testing: https://bioenergetics.learnworlds.com...· Learn HTMA and sign up for the HTMA app: https://hairanalysis.report/ref/165/ · Learn how to use and source Peptides (for non practitioners also!): https://amandapanacea--designergenes.thrivecart.com/pepsquad/ · Functional Genomics and Epigenetics: https://thedesignergenesco.com/bbd?affiliate=amandapanacea · Learn to read Mold labs and OAT: https://amandapanacea.krtra.com/t/4yQ7W1qjLT9cBuy my 365 day Somatic Manifestation Journal: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CQNSKXWD#AdrenalFatigue #anxietyrelief #bioenergetics #neuroscience #brainretraining #somatichealing #ChronicStress #hrv #functionalfreeze #AdrenalSupport #fightflightfreeze #nervoussytemregulation #nervoussystem #bloodsugar #anxiety #burnout #functionalmedicine #htma #bioenergetictesting #mcas #eczema #lyme #moldillness #gutbrainconnection #lymedisease #mastcellactivationsyndrome #tsw #topicalsteroidwithdrawal #guthealth #mineralbalancing #circadianrhythms #mastcellactivation #frequencyhealing #allergyrelief #weightloss #peptides #stressrelief #traumahealing #peptidesforweightloss #Bioenergetictesting

In this powerful episode of The Recovery Vow Podcast, Wade and Helen share their journey from college life at Ole Miss to building a marriage and family while navigating the challenges of alcoholism. Helen opens up about her early struggles with anxiety and OCD, her first encounters with alcohol, and the path that eventually led her into sobriety. Together, Wade and Helen talk about the impact addiction had on their marriage, the turning points that brought them to recovery, and the role of faith, family, and community in rebuilding their lives. Their story is raw, real, and filled with hope for anyone walking through addiction or standing beside a loved one who is struggling. Subscribe to The Recovery Vow for more real stories of redemption. Follow us on IG: ⁠⁠@recoveryvow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send Me a Message! Welcome to The Q&A Sessions: Your questions answered! If you have a topic you would like me to cover on the show, this is how to make it happen! Every week I'll select a question/topic to cover and give the best answers I can. Anything related to mental health, there is nothing that's off limits! And this is another way in which I am hoping to fulfil my commitment to you in providing the most genuine, vulnerable and honest podcast on the whole internet!To ask a question you can msg me on Instagram: @elliot.t.waters OR on Facebook via "The Dysregulated Podcast".--Follow my journey through the chaos of mental illness and the hard-fought lessons learned along the way.Lived experience is at the heart of this podcast — every episode told through my own lens, with raw honesty and zero filter.This is a genuine and vulnerable account of how multiple psychological disorders have shaped my past and continue to influence my future.Support the showYou can follow me on Instagram: @elliot.t.waters, and the show on Facebook!

In episode 502 I chat with Christopher Weston. Chris is a therapist (LMFT) specialising in OCD. We discuss his OCD story, his early life experiences that were challenging, panic attacks, somatic/sensorimotor OCD, body dysmorphic disorder (BDD), exposure and response prevention therapy (ERP), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and much more. Show notes: https://theocdstories.com/episode/chris-502 The podcast is made possible by NOCD. NOCD offers effective, convenient therapy available in the US and outside the US. To find out more about NOCD, their therapy plans and if they currently take your insurance head over to https://go.treatmyocd.com/theocdstories Join many other listeners getting our weekly emails. Never miss a podcast episode or update: https://theocdstories.com/newsletter  Thanks to all our patrons for supporting our work. To sign up to our Patreon and to check out the benefits you'll receive as a Patron, visit: https://www.patreon.com/theocdstoriespodcast 

What happens when social work meets the world of sports? In this episode, we sit down with the leaders of the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports to explore this fast-growing specialty. From youth leagues to professional teams, sport social workers are stepping in to address mental health issues like OCD, perfectionism, eating disorders, and anxiety—challenges often hidden behind performance pressure. You'll discover the unique settings they work in, how they support athletes both on and off the field, and why this niche is opening new career paths for social workers. Curious? This episode might just inspire your next move.Christine Mosher is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist in private practice in Massachusetts. She is a member of the Massachusetts Chapter of the NASW, and a Board Member of the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports, where she also serves as the Co-Chair of the Clinicians Committee. Christine specializes in athlete mental health, and sees clients ages 10 and up, adolescents, young adults, and adults. Christine is also the Co-Founder of AthleteWellness Consultants, a consulting group that provides education and training to athletes, coaches and teams of all ages and levels about athlete mental health and wellness. AWC strives to help athletes to thrive on and off the field, promote effective communication around athlete mental health, and create a more positive and affirming sport culture.Jessica Joiner is a therapist and the founder of her own practice, bringing expertise and passion to the intersection of mental health and athletics. She is EMDR-trained and serves as Co-Chair of the Clinicians Committee for the Alliance of Social Workers in Sports, where she helps shape the future of this growing specialty. In addition, Jessica is an Approved Drug and Alcohol Evaluator with the Department of Transportation. Her work blends clinical skill with advocacy, supporting both athletes and everyday clients in overcoming challenges and achieving lasting growth.Resources from this episode11th Annual Social Work in Sports Symposium Alliance of Social Workers in SportsAthlete Wellness ConsultantsJoin the Social Worker's Rise! Email List for more resources, courses, updates, and discounts.

Nicole Rafiee didn't realize she had OCD, partly because TV and movies told her it only looked like spotless kitchens, color-coded closets, or a punchline. Meanwhile, her experience was constant spirals, intrusive thoughts, and panic that never showed up in media. In this video, she calls out the rare times celebrities actually get it right. From Jennette McCurdy to Jenna Ortega, John Green, and Shannon Purser, these are the stories that cut through the stereotypes and reflect what OCD really feels like.Nicole's OCD therapy was Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy — the most effective treatment for OCD. If you want to explore options with ERP, book a free 15-minute call at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Coach Robert James explores how manual breathing, swallowing and blinking can become compulsions in Sensorimotor OCD and why the body already knows how to do these functions naturally. He explains the role of uncertainty, offers practical guidance on letting go by bringing attention to the present and focusing on personal values, and mentions a 12-week program and free discovery call for further support Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.      

Hey everyone, it's Erica here!About 3 years ago, I went to my first OCD conference hosted by the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF). I heard a ton of inspiring stories there and also met lots of great people, including Molly, who is one of the co-founders of Not Alone Notes, a non-profit that literally does exactly what their name says - it helps people not feel alone. In this episode, I chat with Molly and Not Alone Notes' other cofounder, Morgan, about how the organization came to be and their own personal journeys with OCD. Hope you enjoy this episode! Follow Not Alone Notes here: www.instagram.com/notalonenotesGet your own note here: https://notalonenotes.org/Follow the Just Say Maybe Podcast IG here: www.instagram.com/justsaymaybepodcastDisclaimer: This podcast is not a replacement for therapy. Please seek professional help from a licensed clinician or therapist.

Comedian, clown, and artist Jenson Titus (of @VeryGayPaint) tells Nicole what it was like to date someone who's in the process of transitioning. The experience made him realize he's bi, and left him feeling “more queer” than ever. He talks about the challenges of having a "Very Gay" brand while dating a woman, launching his mural business, and the surreal job of painting RuPaul's 1-bedroom, 5-closet mansion. They talk about their dream date ideas, the act of clowning, and Nicole shares her plan to lose her virginity to a gay.Watch this episode on our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@WhyWontYouDateMePodcastSupport this podcast and get discounts by checking out our sponsors:» NOCD: If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/DATEME» Green Chef: Make this summer your healthiest yet with Green Chef. Head to Greenchef.com/50DATEME and use code 50DATEME to get 50% off your first month, then 20% off for two months with free shipping.» Nuuly: Nuuly is a great value at $98 a month for any 6 styles, but right now you can get $28 off your first month of Nuuly when you sign up with the code DATEME at Nuuly.com» Persona Nutrition: Go to PersonaNutrition.com/Dateme today to take the free assessment and get your personalized daily vitamin packs for an exclusive offer — get 40% off your first order.» Squarespace: Head to squarespace.com/DATEME to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code DATEME.View all of our sponsors and discounts codes at wwydm.notion.site/sponsors.Follow:Tour Dates: linktr.ee/nicolebyerwastakenYouTube: @WhyWontYouDateMePodcastTikTok: @whywontyoudatemepod Instagram: @nicolebyerX: @nicolebyerNicole's book, #VERYFAT #VERYBRAVE: indiebound.org/book/9781524850746This is a Headgum podcast. Follow Headgum on Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Advertise on Why Won't You Date Me? via Gumball.fm.Macys.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr. Ellen Hendriksen is a clinical psychologist at Boston University who specializes in perfectionism and anxiety, with a particular focus on social anxiety. She returns to the podcast to talk about her research and share tools for managing these issues. Watch for her new book, How to Be Enough.More about Dr. Ellen Hendriksen:Her website (with links to buy her books) https://www.ellenhendriksen.com/Twitter @EllenHendriksenHer podcast is called Savvy Psychologist and can be found wherever folks like to get their podcastsThis episode is sponsored by NOCD. If you're struggling with OCD or unrelenting intrusive thoughts, NOCD can help. Book a free 15 minute call to get started: https://learn.nocd.com/mentalpodBIG FAVOR ASK FROM PAUL: It would help the show if you took a really quick (2 min) survey for potential advertisers. We did one in the past but they need a new one. You can take it at Gum.FM/Mental. If you're interested in seeing or buying the furniture that Paul designs and makes follow his IG @ShapedFurniture or visit the website www.shapedfurniture.comWAYS TO HELP THE MIHH PODCASTSubscribe via Apple Podcasts (or whatever player you use). It costs nothing. It's extremely helpful to have your subscription set to download all episodes automatically. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/mental-illness-happy-hour/id427377900?mt=2Spread the word via social media. It costs nothing.Our website is www.mentalpod.com our FB is www.Facebook.com/mentalpod and our Twitter and Instagram are both @Mentalpod Become a much-needed Patreon monthly-donor (with occasional rewards) for as little as $1/month at www.Patreon.com/mentalpod Become a one-time or monthly donor via PayPal at https://mentalpod.com/donateYou can also donate via Zelle (make payment to mentalpod@gmail.com) To donate via Venmo make payment to @Mentalpod See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hiiii GGB! This weeks guest is one of our all time favorites… George Janko, host of the George Janko show and bold lover of Jesus! We go really deep about George's journey with Jesus, reading the Bible, making mistakes and then owning them, and all things masculinity and sex—God's way. we love you so much. Jesus loves you more. -Ang & Ari ORDER OUR NEW BOOK! You can order our new book “Out of the Wilderness— 31 Devotions to Walk with God Through Your Hardest Seasons” at https://girlsgonebible.com/book JOIN US ON GGB+

Expanding Your Capacity for Healing | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressRecovery from OCD, anxiety, or chronic pain isn't about eliminating symptoms—it's about expanding your capacity to handle them. Matt Codde, LCSW, explains how letting go, building emotional resilience, and growing inner strength leads to true healing.

In this episode of the Modern Day Overthinker podcast, host Collin Strajack interviews Chrissy Hodges, a certified peer and family support specialist and author of Pure OCD: The Invisible Side of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Chrissy shares her personal journey with OCD, focusing on her experience with Pure OCD, which involves intrusive thoughts and mental compulsions without visible physical rituals.

Key Takeaways Self-compassion and perspective-taking are crucial for managing mental health challenges Breathing techniques (especially extended exhales) can help regulate anxiety and stress Small, gradual steps and support systems are key for overcoming avoidance behaviors Acknowledging issues, seeking help, and celebrating small victories are important for progress Topics Podcast Introduction and Guest Welcome Nancy Becher introduces "Silent Strength" podcast, focused on women veterans with PTS/military trauma Podcast aims to share stories, provide expert insights, and create a supportive community Renee Zukin welcomed as guest to share her personal journey and insights Renee's Background and Book Renee wrote "Every Day I'm Brave" about transforming her relationship with fear Book includes journal prompts to help readers process their experiences Renee has multiple diagnoses (anxiety, depression, OCD, panic disorder, agoraphobia) but doesn't let them define her Challenges of Self-Compassion and Perspective Nancy shares personal struggle with depression and self-judgment Renee emphasizes importance of self-compassion and avoiding shame spirals Discussion on reframing negative self-talk and gaining broader perspective on situations Coping Strategies and Techniques Breathing technique: Focus on extended exhales to slow heart rate (inhale for 4, exhale for 5-7 counts) Writing/journaling to gain outside perspective on thoughts and feelings Gradual exposure therapy for facing fears (e.g., small steps for leaving the house) Distraction techniques (e.g., playing phone games during stressful car rides) Importance of Acknowledgment and Support Difficulty in getting women to acknowledge invisible illnesses and seek help Veterans more open to seeking support through Invisible Warriors organization Value of creating safe spaces for women to connect and share experiences Three Key Pieces of Advice Practice self-kindness and allow feelings without judgment Seek support (therapist, friends, podcasts, books) from understanding sources Remember your inherent bravery and resilience Added by Nancy: Celebrate even small steps of progress Next Steps Listeners encouraged to leave reviews/ratings for the podcast on iTunes Follow Invisible Warriors on LinkedIn and YouTube for updates Upcoming wilderness retreat in late September focusing on mental health topics Interested participants should contact Nancy for sign-up information

This episode is part of the Lunchador partnership with the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival (@rochesterfringe) to preview events you might not know about!Guest: Obsessive Comedy Disorder - Kevin is one of five kids, a veteran, and has OCD. Join the battle inside his brain: a silly life, a crazy family, and the truth of a misunderstood disorder. This show resonates with anyone anxious or obsessive and those suffering in silence. Audiences call it "a masterful balance of humor and vulnerability" that they "can't stop talking about."Venue: Photo City Music Hall: Photo City Music Hall - Front StageTime: 9/13 @ 12:30pm, 9/13 @ 2pmShow Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/obsessive-comedy-disorderCheck out RochesterFringe.com for all the events and get the app to able to find events on the fly when you visit.Mentioned in this episode:Mind of MagnusCheck out Mind of Magnus at magnusapollo.com, and leave him factoids at 585-310-2473! https://mind-of-magnus.captivate.fmCheck out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

This episode is part of the Lunchador partnership with the ESL Rochester Fringe Festival (@rochesterfringe) to preview events you might not know about!Guest: Obsessive Comedy Disorder - Kevin is one of five kids, a veteran, and has OCD. Join the battle inside his brain: a silly life, a crazy family, and the truth of a misunderstood disorder. This show resonates with anyone anxious or obsessive and those suffering in silence. Audiences call it "a masterful balance of humor and vulnerability" that they "can't stop talking about."Venue: Photo City Music Hall: Photo City Music Hall - Front StageTime: 9/13 @ 12:30pm, 9/13 @ 2pmShow Link: https://rochesterfringe.com/tickets-and-shows/obsessive-comedy-disorderCheck out RochesterFringe.com for all the events and get the app to able to find events on the fly when you visit.Mentioned in this episode:Mind of MagnusCheck out Mind of Magnus at magnusapollo.com, and leave him factoids at 585-310-2473! https://mind-of-magnus.captivate.fmCheck out the Pauly Guglielmo Show (@googs0105) each Sunday to learn about the ups and downs in business and life!Joe Bean RoastersJoe Bean Coffee - Coffee that lifts everyone. Use promo code Lunchador for 15% off your order! https://shop.joebeanroasters.com

Bryan Kohberger's guilty plea documents reveal shocking details about his mental health diagnoses, including autism, OCD, ADHD, and ARFID. But the public isn't buying it… and the backlash is heating up. Join Scott Reisch on Crime Talk Live as we break down the plea, the mental health claims, and what they could mean for this case. Do these revelations change anything… or is this just another legal strategy?   #BryanKohberger, #BKFiles, #CrimeTalk, #TrueCrime, #KohbergerCase, #ScottReisch

In this episode, Vera and Renae explore bulimorexia—a term used for people who oscillate between restriction and binge/purge behaviors—and how this mixed pattern might help explain stubborn relapse rates across eating disorders and food addiction. Dr. Norton shares her clinical lens on risks (medical and psychological), why some traditional programs may miss the mark, and what a holistic, skills-based, harm-reduction treatment can look like (family involvement, gentle re-feeding, DBT/EMDR, food quality, and relapse prevention). Note: Some views expressed are the guest's opinions and experience. This episode is educational and not medical advice. Please consult your care team. What we cover Defining “bulimorexia”: alternating restriction with binge/purge; how it differs from anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa; why it's easier to hide than classic anorexia. Continuum vs. categories: where binge eating disorder fits; overlap with food addiction. Why relapse is common: risks of aggressive refeeding; short-stay residential models; lack of individualized care; missing family systems support. Medical risks (high-level): cardiac arrhythmias and hypotension, esophageal tears/GERD, laxative misuse and constipation, electrolyte disturbance, kidney strain, dental/enamel erosion, parotid swelling, menstrual disruption and fertility concerns. Psychological load: anxiety/OCD traits, depression, social avoidance; the “addiction to restricting” and the short-term ‘high' of hunger. Treatment principles Dr. Norton uses: Gentle, stepwise re-feeding (small, frequent meals; stabilize blood sugar; avoid triggering extremes). Skills over meal plans (shop, prep, and eat whole foods; mindful interoception). DBT for arousal regulation, plus EMDR and trauma work as indicated. Family-based involvement (Maudsley-style boundaries and support). Movement re-entry: slow, safe progression; curbing compulsive exercise. Relapse prevention: strong parent/caregiver alignment, food routines, anxiety skills, and ongoing monitoring. Contested terrain: ultra-processed food, additives, and differing regulations by region; the guest's emphasis on “clean/organic” sourcing. Intermittent fasting cautions: for restrict-prone folks, it can mask restriction; prefer regular, structured eating. What recovery can look like: decreased self-hatred, restored relationships, school/work re-engagement, and more flexible functioning. Resources from the guest: forthcoming book Below the Radar: What They're Not Telling You About Your Food; wellness tools she finds helpful. Suggested chapter markers 00:00 Welcome & guest intro 02:20 What is “bulimorexia”? How it differs from AN/BN 10:55 Why relapse stays high; critique of standard programs 18:30 Medical complications: heart, GI, dental, endocrine 28:15 Psychological patterns: anxiety, OCD traits, depression 34:40 Treatment pillars: re-feeding, DBT/EMDR, family work 45:05 Food quality and UPFs: guest's perspective & debate 53:10 Intermittent fasting cautions; safe movement 58:20 Relapse prevention & outcomes 1:04:10 Advice to clinicians, families, and society 1:08:00 What's next for Dr. Norton & closing Key takeaways (listener-friendly) Mixed patterns (restricting and binge/purge) may be under-recognized and can carry high medical risk. Slow, individualized re-feeding plus emotion-regulation skills (DBT) and family involvement improve safety and engagement. If you're prone to restriction, consistent meals beat fasting. Recovery gains include less self-hatred, more connection, and functional life goals—progress over perfection. Sensitive content note This episode discusses eating-disorder behaviors (restriction, purging, laxatives, insulin manipulation) and medical complications. Please use discretion and support. Links & mentions Dr. Renae Norton — Norton Wellness Institute / Mind, Weight & Wellness Pro Book (forthcoming): Below the Radar: What They're Not Telling You About Your Food Maudsley/Family-Based Treatment (FBT) overview DBT skills resources (distress tolerance, emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness) If you need help now: NEDA (US), BEAT (UK), local crisis lines, or your clinician. For clinicians Screen for mixed presentations (restrict + purge), including non-vomit purging (laxatives, insulin manipulation). Prioritize medical monitoring (vitals, electrolytes) during re-feeding; avoid one-size-fits-all calorie jumps. Integrate DBT skills, caregiver coaching, and regular eating structure; track arousal and urge patterns.   The content of our show is educational only. It does not supplement or supersede your healthcareprovider's professional relationship and direction. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified mental health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, substance use disorder, or mental health concern.

In this episode, I dive deep into the part of OCD that is not too often discussed: mental compulsions. Many of us are familiar with physical rituals like checking or handwashing...that being said, mental compulsions can be just as exhausting, and even harder to notice.I go into detail about what mental compulsions can look like and share examples, including mental checking, neutralizing thoughts, analyzing, reassurance-seeking in your head, rumination, and more. I'll also share specific examples to help you recognize when OCD shows up in these subtle ways, and why noticing and identifying them is a key step in recovery. I also share how mental compulsions can show up in Pure O OCD specifically. Whether you live with OCD yourself, support someone who does, or simply want to learn more about it, I hope this episode can be an introduction to this side of OCD that is not discussed enough. You are not alone. STAY CONNECTED:INSTA: @trustandthriveTIKOK: @trustandthriveEMAIL: trustandthrive@gmail.com 

Today, I interview Renee Zukin who spent years caught in fear and intrusive thoughts that silenced her voice. For much of her life, anxiety and self-doubt made her question whether she could ever step into leadership or express herself authentically. She carried the weight of comparison, believing that courage belonged only to those who could do the big, bold things she thought she couldn't.Her turning point came when she redefined bravery. Instead of measuring herself against others, she began to see that courage could be found in the smallest steps — getting out of bed, showing up for work, or speaking honestly in the moment. That shift allowed her to reclaim her sense of worth and begin showing up in her life with more authenticity and compassion.Over time, Renee committed to the inner work, embraced mentors, and put her story into the world. She discovered that she didn't need to be “fixed” to move forward — every step of bravery became part of her healing and part of her voice.Today, she is an author, coach, and educator. Through her book Every Day I'm Brave, she shares her story along with journal prompts that guide others to reflect, find awareness, and take their own brave steps toward reclaiming their voice.__________________Renee Zukin is an author, educator, coach, and mental health advocate committed to doing the inner work that creates outer change. With more than 20 years of experience in education, writing, and entrepreneurship, she has also studied multiple psychological and healing modalities that sustain her and support those she works with.Passionate about creating safe spaces, Renee helps others use the written word as a tool for self-transformation and empowerment. Her debut book, Every Day, I'm Brave: Cultivating Resilience to Gain Freedom from Fear (Wonderwell Press, August 2025), is both memoir and manifesto — an invitation to embrace bravery in the face of fear and to reclaim a life of authenticity and connection.__________________Find Renee here:https://www.reneezukin.com/https://www.reneezukin.com/brave-bookSupport the showI'm Dr. Doreen Downing and I help people find their voice so they can speak without fear. Get the Free 7-Step Guide to Fearless Speaking https://www.doreen7steps.com​.

Book your free discovery call directly, visit: www.robertjamescoaching.com Join Robert James for a short guided meditation designed to help you face fear with compassion. This practice gently leads you to notice and allow anxious thoughts and sensations without needing to escape, inviting warmth and kindness into the experience. Use this visualization to build choice and resilience so you can respond to fear with care, not avoidance. Disclaimer: Robert James Pizey (of Robert James Coaching) is not a medical professional and is also not providing therapy or medical treatment. Robert James Pizey recommends that anyone experiencing anxiety or OCD to seek professional medical help straight away to get a medical opinion and rule out other conditions or illnesses. The comments and opinions as written on this site are simply that and are not to be taken as professional medical opinions. Robert James Pizey provides coaching, education, accountability and peer support around Anxiety through his own personal experiences.    

When families first hear their child has OCD, many wonder if they somehow caused it. Dr. Evelyn Stewart has spent her career studying those fears — and the science tells a different story. She explains how research with families and twins shows that genes play a significant role, especially when OCD begins in childhood. Dr. Stewart also shares how environment and stress can act like switches, turning genetic risk “on” or “off.” This interview is packed with the latest research about all the links between OCD and genetics so be sure to watch til the end!Here at NOCD, we specialize in ERP therapy, the most effective therapy for OCD. To explore treatment options, book a free 15-minute call at https://learn.nocd.com/YTFollow us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/https://twitter.com/treatmyocdhttps://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We celebrate 1 million subscribers with a very special return guest, Rick Glassman. The Comedy Store to get Rick passed live on air. It goes exactly how you’d expect. We chat OCD, zombie apocalypse team, Barbie nails, hell being other people, AI Will Smith, Two Truths & A Lie, pet grief, rich people with bad cars, and the hemorrhoid tory. New players get FIVE HUNDRED SPINS on Huff N’ More Puff over TEN DAYS. Download the app, use code TIGERBELLY, and claim your Spins after your first five dollar wager. Get in the game with DraftKings Casino—home of the largest jackpot win in online casino history. The Crown is Yours. Go to www.helixsleep.com/belly for 27% Off Sitewide. Exclusive for listeners of TigerBelly. Make sure you enter our show name after checkout so they know we sent you! For simple, online access to personalized and affordable care for Hair Loss, ED, Weight Loss, and more, visit www.hims.com/belly

When we last spoke with Cameo in 2023, she was a driven student who seemed to be thriving, managing her mental health in a way that truly worked for her. Then, she reached out with an update. Cameo returns to the show to share the unfiltered reality of what happens when a mental health journey takes a nosedive. In a conversation that is both heartbreaking and incredibly self-aware, she describes being trapped in a prison of her own making—battling all-consuming OCD, anxiety, and the lingering grip of an eating disorder that has followed her since childhood. This is a raw, necessary look at the messy truth of recovery, and a reminder that the path to wellness is rarely a straight line.This conversation deals with difficult themes of mental illness. If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that support is available. You don't have to go through this alone.- For crisis support across Canada: Call or text 9-8-8 anytime.- In Quebec: Call Info-Social at 811 to speak with a psychosocial health professional.- For non-crisis support: Text WELLNESS to 741741 to connect with Wellness Together Canada.Reaching out is a sign of strength.

Welcome to Dev Game Club, where this week we complete our series on a pair of empathy games, Papers, Please and Cart Life. We spend some more time with Melanie and her coffee hut before turning to our takeaways, shared between both games. Dev Game Club looks at classic video games and plays through them over several episodes, providing commentary. Sections played: Several days of Cart Life Issues covered: the tutorialization in the Melanie story, a whole functioning town, replaying the first few days, real world flexibility, entering a potential failure state, adding parenting into the mix, encountering a bug, reading deeply into the simulation, having a meaningful experience without a systemic backing, supporting the illusion of systems, being forced to have your daughter go to her dad's, bugs and not being sure, losing Andrus's cat, dream sequences, having trouble wanting to play the game, adventure game topics and language, high pressure time, topics in other games, keywords, production economy, words as an inventory, life under capitalism vs authoritarianism, depriving a character of connection, choosing coffee due to life choices, not taking baristas for granted, useful friction and life, min/maxing the simulator vs trying to experiment with it, the horror of retail, opportunities for connection, making the game or life go more quickly, getting OCD with espresso, the physical repetitive tasks, "playing anything," what motivates play and games, being naturally empathetic with the character, choosing an abstract aesthetic, production techniques for lo-fi heart and enabling creativity, being glad that such games exist, tactility of game elements, abstraction and QTEs, Easter eggs.  Games, people, and influences mentioned or discussed: BioStats, CalamityNolan, Samuel Jackson, Pulp Fiction, Twine, The Walking Dead, David Lynch, Dark Souls, Ultima (series), Her Story, Sam Barlow, Hal Barwood, Return of the Obra Dinn, Mad Libs, howling dogs, WarCraft, Gilmore Girls, The Sims (series), Skyrim, Typing Tutor, Sabrina Carpenter, Receiver, Ian Bogost, Play Anything, Power Washing Simulator, Kim Jung Gi, Sierra, The Last of Us, Cleo 5 to 7, Jeanne Dielman, Chantal Ackerman, David Cage, God of War, Outer Wilds, Passage, Brad, Jason Rohrer, N. K. Jemisin, Kirk Hamilton, Aaron Evers, Mark Garcia.  Next time: BioStats and CalamityNolan's interview with another host Twitch: timlongojr and twinsunscorp Discord  DevGameClub@gmail.com 

Returning to Essence: Healing Emotional Suffering | Breaking Free from OCD, Anxiety & StressTrue healing isn't about forcing progress—it's about letting go and returning to your essence. In this episode, Matt Codde, LCSW, shares how releasing personas, limiting beliefs, and unprocessed emotions can free you from OCD, anxiety, and emotional suffering.

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Parenting a child with OCD, anxiety, and ARFID changes you in ways you can't fully understand until you're living it. Over the years, I've learned some powerful lessons — often the hard way — that have reshaped how I show up for my child and for myself. In this episode, I'm opening up about five insights that have made the biggest difference in our journey, and how you can begin to apply them in your own life.If you're looking for deeper support, practical tools, and a community of parents who truly understand, join us inside the AT Parenting Community at www.atparentingcommunity.com. Doors close on Thursday, August 4, 2025.***This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go tohttps://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parentingThis podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.Parents, do you need more support?