Uma Chatterjee

Uma Chatterjee, a Neuroscience PhD student and mental health advocate, and Martin Ingle, a writer and filmmaker, dive deep into the often-taboo world of OCD. They explore how intrusive thoughts manifest and the stigma surrounding them, particularly the distress linked to sexual and violent themes. Uma shares her journey through early compulsions and ineffective therapies before finding evidence-based treatment. Martin discusses the impact on daily life, emphasizing the importance of open conversations to reduce shame and foster understanding.