There is nothing more disruptive and upsetting than OCD latching on to a loved one. Contamination isn’t just about germs - it can be about people, people our kids love. Families get thrown into chaos when OCD decides a parent or sibling is the source of contamination.

Out of all themes, this one has the power to upend the entire family.

In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast I explore how OCD determines family members are contaminated and what parents can do to counteract the destructive impact it has in the home.

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Empower your Kids to Help Themselves

We will never fully know all the compulsions our child or teen is doing. We only see the tip of the iceberg when it comes to OCD. That is why it is so important to give our teens the OCD skills to help themselves directly.
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Kids and teens can learn how to crush OCD directly in this self-paced, on-demand video course. Plus, there are twelve kids and teens that help teach the course to normalize the struggle even more!

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​4 OCD symptoms that often go undetected​

You may know the more commonly discussed symptoms of OCD, but what about the compulsions that can blend into your child's everyday life? If you notice them rewatching the same videos, rereading things in order to feel “just right,” or constantly feeling the need to confess, OCD might be at play. The more we understand these sneaky symptoms, the better we can support our kids in managing them.
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​Learn about 4 frequently overlooked OCD symptoms and how you can help your child navigate them.
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If you or your child needs help, NOCD Therapists are specialty-trained in ERP therapy, the most effective treatment for OCD, and accept more than 60 insurance plans to help individuals and families regain their lives. Book a free call to learn more.

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Take care,
Natasha

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