Psychiatry & Psychotherapy Podcast Comprehensive Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Treatment Guide: Evidence-Based ERP Approaches and Best Practices for Clinicians
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Dec 6, 2024 Join renowned OCD expert Fred Penzel, who has over 43 years of experience, as he discusses innovative treatment approaches for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. He dives into Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), revealing effective strategies for confronting intrusive thoughts. The conversation highlights the neurobiology behind OCD and the emotional pain of compulsive behaviors. Family dynamics in therapy and the importance of psychoeducation are emphasized, alongside insights into managing suicidal obsessions and tackling body-focused repetitive behaviors. It's a treasure trove of hope and practical tools for clinicians and individuals alike.
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OCD as the Doubting Disease
- OCD, historically known as the "doubting disease," centers around unresolved doubt and guilt.
- This doubt intensifies, driving individuals to seek unattainable perfect certainty.
Compulsions: Lousy Solutions
- Repetitive behaviors, mental or physical, aimed at relieving OCD-related anxiety are compulsions.
- These compulsions offer temporary relief but ultimately worsen the OCD cycle.
Hit and Run Fear
- Patients often fixate on ambiguous situations, fearing the worst possible outcome like becoming a hit-and-run driver.
- They engage in excessive checking behaviors, but OCD demands unattainable certainty.