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The Truth of OCD: Therapist Alegra Kastens on Living with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
May 2, 2024
Therapist Alegra Kastens shares her experience with OCD and debunks misconceptions. She discusses intrusive thoughts, coping strategies, and the importance of cutting out compulsions. The podcast also touches on recovery challenges, environmental activism, and the complexity of OCD symptoms.
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- OCD is often misunderstood and takes years to diagnose due to the ego-dystonic nature of obsessions conflicting with personal values.
- Intrusive thoughts in OCD can range from contamination to violent or sexual content, leading to shame and isolation.
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Understanding OCD and Its Impact
OCD, affecting 1 in 50 people in the US, takes years to get diagnosed. Obsessions, repetitive unwanted thoughts, can vary from contamination to violent or sexual content. The ego-dystonic nature of obsessions means they clash with one's values. Compulsions, repetitive acts to counter obsessions, trap individuals in a cycle of anxiety and behavior, often avoiding triggers or performing mental acts to relieve obsession.
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