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Maternal Anxiety and OCD with Jenny Yip, PsyD, ABPP

Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast

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Managing Maternal Anxiety and OCD

This chapter explores the concept of dedicated worry time to help new mothers manage anxiety by containing anxious thoughts through structured reflection. It delves into exposure therapy as a treatment for OCD, emphasizing the importance of confronting fears and addressing compulsive behaviors. Additionally, it highlights the challenges of maintaining mental health amidst societal pressures, advocating for the acceptance of imperfection in parenting and the reshaping of maternal identity.

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