People who suffer from mental illness rarely do so alone. Their families and loved ones face their own set of unique challenges-problems that deserve their own resources and sources of support. This is the first book written specifically to the loved ones of people with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). It helps readers examine how OCD affects their lives and offers a straightforward system for building a healthier, more constructive relationship with OCD sufferers. The book contains basic information about OCD-its definition, cause, and symptoms-and a brief overview of treatments available for the disorder. After these introductory sections, the book focuses on ways readers can foster a healthy relationship with someone with OCD. It includes tips for increasing family involvement, making accommodation for the disorder in daily life, and creating an action plan for change using family contracts. The book also covers relational topics such as parenting and marriage, self-care, and support networking. Throughout, the book illustrates important points with the real-life stories of families living with OCD.

When someone has obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it can affect the entire family. This book is an essential guide to help family members cope with their loved one’s compulsive behaviors, obsessions, and constant need for reassurance. If your loved one has OCD, you may be unsure of how to express your concerns in a compassionate, effective way. In When a Family Member Has OCD, you and your family will learn ways to better understand and communicate with each other when OCD becomes a major part of your household. In addition to proven-effective cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques, you’ll find comprehensive information on OCD and its symptoms, as well as advice for each affected family member. OCD affects millions of people worldwide. Though significant advances have been made in medication and therapeutic treatments of the disorder, there are few resources available to help families deal with the impact of a loved one’s symptoms. This book provides a helpful guide for your family.

A powerful CBT approach to help you find freedom from obsessive relationship anxiety, doubt, and fear of commitment Do you obsess over your partner’s flaws? Does thinking about the future of your relationship leave you imagining the worst-case scenario? When it comes to navigating the world of romantic relationships, some feelings of anxiety, doubt, and fear are to be expected. But if your fears so extreme that they threaten to destroy an otherwise healthy relationship, you may have relationship OCD—a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) that causes chronic obsessive doubt and anxiety in relationships. So, how can you free yourself to discover deeper intimacy and security? Relationship OCD offers an evidence-based, cognitive behavioral approach to finding relief from relationship anxiety, obsessive doubt, and fear of commitment. You’ll learn to challenge the often-distorted thought patterns that trigger harmful emotions, increase your ability to think rationally, and ultimately accept the presence of intrusive thinking while maintaining the values of a healthy relationship. Relationships are the ultimate unknown. If you’re ready to let go of needing to know for sure, this book will help you find satisfaction and thrive in your romantic relationships—in all their wonderful uncertainty.

In this “raw and well-crafted (Kirkus Reviews)” romance, Bea learns that some things just can’t be controlled. When Bea meets Beck, she knows instantly that he’s her kind of crazy. Sweet, strong, kinda-messed-up Beck understands her like no one else can. He makes her feel almost normal. He makes her feel like she could fall in love again. But despite her feelings for Beck, Bea can’t stop thinking about someone else: a guy who is gorgeous and magnetic…and has no idea Bea even exists. But Bea spends a lot of time watching him. She has a journal full of notes. Some might even say she’s obsessed. Bea tells herself she’s got it all under control. But this isn’t a choice, it’s a compulsion. The truth is, she’s breaking down…and she might end up breaking her own heart.

"Loving Someone with OCD" is a guidebook that offers a compassionate and practical approach to understanding and supporting those who struggle with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The book is written for partners, family members, friends, and caretakers of individuals with OCD, providing insight and advice on how to navigate the unique challenges and complexities of living with someone who has this condition. The book covers various aspects of OCD, including its symptoms, causes, and treatment options, as well as the impact it can have on relationships and daily life. It also addresses common myths and misconceptions about OCD, helping readers to better understand the condition and how it affects those who live with it. Throughout the book, the authors offer practical tips and strategies for helping loved ones with OCD, including communication techniques, coping mechanisms, and ways to support their treatment journey. The book also emphasizes the importance of self-care for both the individual with OCD and their loved ones, providing guidance on how to maintain a healthy and fulfilling relationship despite the challenges that OCD can present. Whether you are a partner, family member, or friend of someone with OCD, "Loving Someone with OCD" is an essential resource for anyone seeking to better understand and support their loved one on their journey to recovery.

For many, obsessive-compulsive disorder is linked with hand-washing, organizing, color-coding, and cleaning. And although connecting OCD with these practices isn't technically inaccurate, it leaves out a key element of the picture. It's easy to look at these habits and say, "Oh, that's not so awful. I would like to keep my room neat". Or, "Oh, I detest it when my room is a mess. I'm very OCD too". But what you don't see, and what puts the "D" in OCD, are the cognitive processes underlying the obsessive activities. People with OCD don't arrange because it provides them delight. They don't clean since it's one of their hobbies. And occasionally, persons with OCD don't clean or arrange at all. OCD shows itself in so many various ways, and likening it to a quirk may be devastating for individuals who suffer from it every day. Angela C. Villela offers explicit methods and abilities for life partners of people with OCD in her book LOVING SOMEONE WITH OCD. With the help of this useful book, you will understand the implications of having a partner with OCD, knowing what to expect from your partner, how you can love and connect with your partner to make your relationship work, and so much more.

In an instant, Bea felt almost normal with Beck, and as if she could fall in love again, but things change when the psychotherapist who has been helping her deal with past romantic relationships puts her in a group with Beck--a group for teens with obsessive-compulsive disorder.