Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

Difference Between HOCD and Denial

Patients and parents have asked me about the difference between HOCD and denial, in terms of sexuality. These terms are both used frequently in social media and online circles but are not necessarily terms used clinically when it comes to sexual orientation, psychiatry, or developmental pediatrics. What is HOCD? HOCD,...
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Mental Health

How to Set Boundaries with Adult Step-Children

Importance of Setting Boundaries for Adult Step Children Learning how to set boundaries with adult step-children is important for several reasons. Firstly, it establishes mutual respect and clarity within the family dynamic and what the expectations are on both sides. By defining boundaries, everyone understands their roles and responsibilities, reducing the...
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Adult Psychiatry

Borderline Personality Disorder: Symptoms, Treatment, and Coping

Brief overview of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) is a mental health condition that causes significant instability in emotions, behavior, relationships, and self-image. People with BPD often experience intense mood swings, difficulty regulating emotions, and make impulsive choices, which can lead to difficulties in relationships and self-destructive...
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Mental Health

What is Climate Anxiety (also called Eco Anxiety)

Understanding Climate Anxiety: The Psychological Toll of Environmental Concerns Excessive Worry About Climate Change? You Might Have Climate Anxiety Climate anxiety, also known as eco-anxiety, refers to the psychological distress, fear, or worry individuals experience due to the current and potential future impacts of climate change on the environment, society,...
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Child Psychiatry

Sensory Processing Disorder: What To Know, By a Child Psychiatrist

Navigating the World with Sensory Processing Disorder: Understanding, Coping, and Thriving Brief Overview of Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), previously called sensory integration dysfunction, is a neurological condition that affects approximately 5-16.5% of people. SPD affects how a person perceives and responds to sensory input from their...
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