Dr Michael Greenberg: OCD as a defense mechanism (#489)
The OCD Stories
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Integrating Therapy Approaches for OCD
This chapter explores the treatment of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), focusing on the combination of Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy and psychoanalytic methods. It highlights the need for understanding emotional development and the role of defense mechanisms in coping with underlying feelings, stressing that multiple approaches are necessary for effective treatment. The discussion provides insights into how early experiences shape emotional responses and the symbolic meanings of obsessive thoughts.
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