Ever watch your kid refuse to eat leftovers, take 20 minutes to put on socks, or panic over a crumb on their plate and think, “Okay… is this just a phase, or should I be worried?”

If you've ever wondered whether your child’s behavior is anxiety, perfectionism, or something deeper—this episode is your must-listen. Dr. Tamar Chansky, author of Freeing Your Child from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, joins us to break down the signs of OCD in kids—especially the ones most parents miss.

She explains how OCD has nothing to do with being neat or liking things “just so.” Instead, it’s about intrusive thoughts and mental rituals that can quietly disrupt a child’s life. You'll learn what to watch for, how to talk to your child without shame, and the exact strategies that help kids separate themselves from the thoughts that feel so overpowering.

If you're parenting a child who seems stuck, overwhelmed, or distressed by things that don’t make sense on the surface—this episode could change everything.

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