New Books in Psychology Amy Mariaskin, "Thriving in Relationships When You Have OCD" (New Harbinger, 2022)
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Nov 18, 2024 Amy Mariaskin, a licensed psychologist and founder of the Nashville OCD and Anxiety Treatment Center, shares her insights on managing relationships while living with OCD. She discusses practical strategies like self-compassion and cognitive behavioral therapy to enhance communication and intimacy. The conversation addresses challenges in dating, sexuality, and understanding the impact of intrusive thoughts. Mariaskin emphasizes the importance of resilience and curiosity in navigating relationship dynamics affected by OCD.
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Amy's Path to Psychology
- Amy Mariaskin grew up in Pittsburgh and was interested in creative writing.
- She worked with autistic children, sparking her interest in psychology and leading to her OCD diagnosis.
Isolation and OCD
- OCD can be isolating due to shame and secrecy surrounding symptoms.
- Many OCD symptoms are internal, making it hard for others to understand the struggle.
Understanding OCD's Impact
- Ask loved ones specific questions to understand OCD's impact on them, like "What do you want to do that you don't do now?".
- These conversations can increase motivation for managing OCD and strengthen relationships.
