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*Disclaimer* This post is written from the perspective of a therapist; therefore, it is meant to supplement (not replace) guidance received from a trained Registered Dietitian (RD) and nutritionist. Introduction As a therapist, I am trained to utilize various counselling modalities to support clients. However, I advocate that optimal mental health entails far more than […]

Part Two: How Is It Treated? Introduction In my previous post, I provided some insight into OCD’s (1) symptoms, (2) prevalence, and (3) comorbid medical conditions. As a follow-up, I’d like to impart a general overview regarding OCD’s treatment, via a combination of pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy. Effective treatment for OCD requires a meticulous, comprehensive, and […]

Part One: What Is It? Introduction Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health presentation that can be highly debilitating and interfere with one’s professional, personal, and recreational endeavours. Despite the substantial impact of OCD, I find that many of my prospective clients, and the general populace, may not be aware of its intricacies. Therefore, I […]