Navigating Sleep with OCD and Anxiety

This chapter examines the complex interplay between obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, and difficulties in achieving restful sleep. It highlights how intrusive thoughts can exacerbate insomnia, particularly during nighttime, and discusses strategies for managing sleep-related anxiety, including cognitive-behavioral techniques and lifestyle adjustments. Personal anecdotes and insights on the distinction between general sleep disturbances and those specifically linked to OCD enrich the conversation, advocating for a reframed understanding of rest and acceptance of imperfections.