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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder with Jon Hershfield, MFT

Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast

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Mindfulness and Exposure in OCD Treatment

This chapter explores the role of cognitive distortions in amplifying compulsive behaviors in individuals with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). It emphasizes the power of mindfulness and exposure therapy as essential tools for managing OCD, promoting awareness, and challenging distorted thinking patterns. Additionally, it introduces a mnemonic device to aid in exposure and response prevention, encouraging individuals to engage courageously with their fears for better therapeutic outcomes.

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