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Here's What You Might Be Getting Wrong About OCD

Published about 17 hours ago • 1 min read

Hey Reader-

Parenting kids with OCD can be tough. Especially since much of how to navigate OCD is counterintuitive.

After over two decades supporting parents raising kids, teens and young adults with OCD, I have consistently seen a pattern in what parents get wrong about OCD.

In this episode, I break down the six most common things parents get wrong, that delay long-term progress and keep families stuck.

​Getting a child with OCD to open up can feel impossible, especially when they say: "I don't know."​
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Here’s the game-changing question I have used in my practice and with my own kids:
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“What does your OCD say will happen if you don’t do it?”
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This does two powerful things:
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✅ It separates your child from their OCD (so they don’t feel blamed or defensive)
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✅ It reveals the intrusive thought or core fear driving their compulsion
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Once you know the fear, you know what you truly need to tackle.
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This one question can unlock insight—and progress.

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🙊 Can’t get them to talk? We’ll cover that too in my upcoming FREE series. Register using the link below!

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​Can constant screen time be a compulsion?​

For some kids, constantly listening to music or watching shows and videos isn't about wanting to be entertained. In kids with OCD, this behavior can be a way of trying to avoid the intrusive thoughts and feelings that silence can bring. This is called compulsive distraction. Read more about compulsive distraction, how it differs from genuine enjoyment, and how to help your child if you notice this behavior.​

NOCD Therapists specialize in treating OCD in children, teens, and adults. They accept most insurance plans and involve the whole family in treatment, empowering you and your loved ones to more effectively support your child. Book a free call to learn more.​

Take care,
Natasha

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Hi! I'm Natasha Daniels

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