Experiencing violent or harm-related intrusive thoughts, including intrusive thoughts about hurting someone, can be deeply distressing, particularly when the thought feels completely inconsistent with who you are and how you behave day-to-day. After having such a thought, someone may suddenly think, “What if I actually hurt someone?” and immediately begin wondering why the thought occurred….
Listen to this article. Created with Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff’s AI voice. Learning that your teenager has OCD can bring a mixture of emotions. Many parents feel relieved to finally have an explanation for what their child has been experiencing. At the same time, it is common to feel overwhelmed by concerns about your child, questions…
Listen to this article. Created with Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff’s AI voice. Many parents begin looking into online therapy after realizing their teenager is unwilling to attend therapy in person. Sometimes teens refuse because they feel anxious about entering an office, are uncomfortable speaking face-to-face with a therapist, feel resistant about being “sent to therapy,” or…
Listen to this article. Created with Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff’s AI voice. Living with OCD is a challenge for many Canadians. Virtual OCD therapy in Canada is allowing effective, evidence-based care to be more accessible than ever. Treatments such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Inference-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ICBT) can help individuals interrupt the…
Listen to this article. Created with Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff’s AI voice. OCD in Canadian youth is essential to recognize to ensure proper assessment and treatment. However, It can be difficult at times to recognize teen OCD symptoms. When is teen anxiety actually OCD? For most teenagers, worry and self-doubt are a natural part of growing…
Listen to this article. Created with Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff’s AI voice. If you or someone you love struggles with symptoms of OCD, you are likely very familiar with the concept of Exposure and Response Prevention. Have you considered ERP alternatives? We know ERP does not work for everyone! Have you heard of I-CBT for OCD?…
Listen to this article. Created with Dr. Marlene Taube-Schiff’s AI voice. Engaging in adolescent counseling during times of growth and transformation can prove to be extremely beneficial for youth. Teens are rapidly changing during the period of adolescent development. This includes changes in their physical appearance, emotional insight and thought processes. Teens also mature and…
Introduction It is that time of the year again. September rolls around and school begins. For adolescents, teens and parents this can be a stressful time of the year. New beginnings and transitions are exciting. But can also bring with them feelings of discomfort and anxiety. For teens with OCD and anxiety, it can be especially…
OCD Prevalence in Adolescents OCD is a commonly experienced psychiatric illness. Research has demonstrated that OCD has been found in 1% to 4% of individuals (including children, adolescents and adults) throughout the world. Individuals with OCD are often impacted in terms of education, work and social relationships. OCD may start in childhood and approximately 8…
What type of therapist is best for OCD? So, you have made the decision to begin OCD therapy! Once you want to begin therapy, you definitely want to make sure you find the right OCD therapist. It can be difficult to make the decision to start any type of therapy. Whether you are an adult…
OCD Symptoms in Teens Many individuals will experience symptoms of OCD over the course of their lifetime. Teen OCD therapy can help adolescents when OCD symptoms occur for them. In Canada alone, almost 1% of individuals have been diagnosed with OCD. A variety of OCD symptoms may be experienced by any one person. Whenever experiencing…
What is OCD? Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) can impact both adults, adolescents and children. Treatment for obsessive compulsive disorder is very important to access. A study conducted in 2018 revealed the prevalence of OCD being diagnosed in Canada was close to 1% (0.93%). This is a significant portion of the population. According to the Diagnostic…
