Teens vary in how open they are about obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), for it’s a pain to feel controlled by these symptoms at a time of life when teens are trying to develop more freedom. But beating the symptoms of OCD can be very freeing (thus the title of the book) and can help teens move on into adulthood.
OCD is a common mental health condition in which a person can have obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviours. What is an obsessive thought? Obsessive thoughts are unwanted (intrusive), frequent and cause distress or anxiety. The obsessions can be thoughts, images, impulses or urges and often contradict their values as a person.
The ACT Workbook for Teens with OCD Extra-Awareness Exercises to Practice on the Go! based on Dr. Z's book www.thisisdoctorz.com www.actbeyondocd.com
This workbook will help you explore and assess the role OCD plays in your world so that you can take back your thoughts and live the life you desire. You will gather your personal strengths,
I can challenge my OCD assumptions and choose a noncompulsive path even though it’s scary. Here are some ways I can respond to unwanted thoughts without going on the
Workbook for Teens with OCD Patricia Zurita Ona, Psy.D,2019-12-19 This workbook based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ACT and Exposure Response Prevention ERP teaches teens with OCD new skills to handle the stream
The majority of teens and adults who have OCD appear to function pretty well. Friends and teachers may not even realize when someone has OCD. But when symptoms worsen, it’s time to ask for help. The good news is that most people who have OCD and get the right treatment are able to take control of their OCD instead of letting it control them. 1
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The OCD Workbook for Teens Mindfulness and CBT Skills to Help You Overcome Unwanted Thoughts and Compulsions. by Jon Hershfield. Illustrated by Sean Shinnock. Published by: New Harbinger Publications. Imprint: Instant Help
Can OCD in children and teenagers be treated? Yes, OCD in children can be effectively treated. Although there is no cure for OCD, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and medicines are effective in managing the symptoms. Experts agree that CBT is the treatment of choice for children with OCD. Whenever possible, CBT should be tried before medicine
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In The OCD Workbook for Teens, therapist and OCD expert Jon Hershfield offers proven-effective mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) skills to help you deal with your worst OCD symptoms. You’ll learn how to stay present in the moment, manage obsessive thoughts, make peace with uncertainty, and live your life joyfully—without ...