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Learn more about OCD
This chapter will help you understand OCD better, symptoms and possible causes.
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We have all seen the above World Health Organization reference to OCD, but where did it originate? OCD-UK investigated…
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Having OCD
Having OCD is difficult to live with whilst working at recovery. This section has lots of information, advice and features to help during this time.
OCD Annual Conference 2021
Due to the ongoing pandemic our parent workshops are currently hosted online, and free of charge.
It will take place across the weekend of 27/28th November.
Learn more about Overcoming OCD
This chapter will help you understand more about the recommended treatments for OCD, including how to access NHS or private treatment.
IAPT Database
When people in England seek OCD treatment they are usually referred to their Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) service.
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OCD in Children and Young People
Children and young people can also suffer from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
This section will be updated with information, advice and features for children and young people (up to age 18).
OCDUKYA Raising Awareness
In 2020, some of the OCD-UK Young Ambassadors worked together on a film to create awareness about OCD.
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Family, Friends and Carers (FFC)
OCD impacts on the lives of the whole family, especially those that love and care for people with OCD.
This section will be updated with lots of information, advice and features to help families understand and cope better with their loved one’s OCD.
Parents OCD Educational Workshops
Due to the ongoing pandemic our parents workshops are currently hosted online, and completely free of charge.
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