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Support Strategies
Strategies for Managing the Student and the Situation
When a student has OCD, the patterns of problems of the disorder may become more obvious and predictable.
Social Support Strategies
Students who have OCD may benefit from social support strategies at school.
Teachers, principals, school nurses, social workers, psychologists, counselors, and paraprofessionals can play a pivotal role in helping a student.
The Not-So-Obvious Symptoms of OCD in School
It may be hard to recognize that OCD is causing learning difficulties, interpersonal problems, or great distress and anxiety.
OCD at School
OCD is like an unwelcome guest with bad manners. It moves into a mind — and it doesn’t want to leave.
3 Things Your College Kid Must Know About Mental Health
College is typically a challenging experience with some expected highs and lows. For some it is also the time during which common mental health problems start. Because of this, you have to talk to your kid about mental health before school starts.
A Guide for the Anxious Traveler
“Oh, the places you’ll go!” exclaimed Dr. Seuss, as he he hoped to inspire children to live a vigorous life of travel, exploration, and discovery. But for people with severe anxiety, travel could be considered the ultimate discomfort zone.
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Four Things to Not Say to a Person With Trichotillomania
I recently discovered that two friends of mine suffer from trichotillomania, or compulsive hairpulling. It came as a surprise to me, and even as a clinical psychologist, it was difficult to detect because neither one of them pulls out their hair in an obvious manner.
Strength in Numbers
Anonymous support group for anyone living with PTSD. We offer education about our illnesses, treatment options, community resources and others who understand. Families welcome.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)
Transcranial magnetic stimulation, known as TMS or rTMS, may be a safe, effective, and noninvasive option for people who have depression that has not improved with medications.
How to Handle Regret
Reviewed October 2020
Clearing My Path to a Healthier Life
I wish my breakthrough moment wasn’t when I thought "I'd pay good money if I could feel better." I am cheap, so the path became clearer once
