How OCD Works: Insights from Recent Brain Cell Research
How OCD Works: Insights from Recent Brain Cell Research I want to start with a story. A few years ago, a client sat across from me in my Edinburgh therapy room and said, “I know…
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Why OCD Thoughts Feel So Real: 5 Scientific Reasons
Why OCD Thoughts Feel So Real: 5 Scientific Reasons Just last week, I sat with a client in my Edinburgh clinic who looked at me with complete confusion. "Federico," she said, "I know these thoughts…
TMS for OCD: 10 Promising Reasons and Clinical Outcomes
TMS for OCD: 10 Promising Reasons and Clinical Outcomes Good news for millions of people battling Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) - traditional treatments help about 70% of patients get better. TMS (Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation) has become…
Embracing OCD and Neurodiversity: 5 Inspiring Insights
Embracing OCD and Neurodiversity: 5 Inspiring Insights The UK's population shows an interesting split - 85% are neurotypical, while 15% are neurodivergent. This brings up an interesting question about OCD's classification as a neurodivergent condition.…
OCD Treatment: Exploring the Neurobiological Effects of CBT
OCD Treatment: Exploring the Neurobiological Effects of CBT As a CBT therapist, I've long been fascinated by the intricate workings of the human brain, particularly in the context of mental health disorders. One condition that…
Understanding OCD: A Feeling-Based Perspective Explained
Understanding OCD: A Feeling-Based Perspective Explained Strange thoughts can make us question our identity and true nature. Many people share this experience. Your thoughts don't define you - they float through your mind like clouds…
How to Identify the Symptoms of a Highly Sensitive Person
How to Identify the Symptoms of a Highly Sensitive Person Have you ever felt overwhelmed by bright lights, loud noises, or strong smells while others around you seem entirely unfazed? Or perhaps you find yourself…
Unlocking the Purpose of Thinking: A Deep Dive
Unlocking the Purpose of Thinking: A Deep Dive In the perpetual quest to decipher the enigma of human existence, comprehending the intricate mechanics of our cognitive processes has emerged as a pivotal pursuit. Our ability…
How Limbic System and Cortex Transformed Human Intelligence
How Limbic System and Cortex Transformed Human Intelligence Introduction Akin to a masterfully composed symphony, our brain's intricate architecture resonates with the echoes of an intricate evolutionary journey. At the heart of this cerebral…