An Introduction to Coping with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

by Lee Brosan

Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) affects millions of people each year. But it can be treated effectively with cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).


Written by an experienced practitioner, this introductory book explains what OCD is, what different forms it takes and how it can make you feel. It will help you to understand your symptoms and is ideal as an immediate coping strategy and as a preliminary to fuller therapy. You will learn:

· How OCD develops and what keeps it going
· The role that intrusive thoughts play in your compulsive behaviour
· Cognitive skills and exposure and response prevention techniques

Genres: Nonfiction, Psychology

80 pages, Mass Market Paperback

Published December 18, 2018

Reviews

[Ruth · Rating 4 out of 5]

As this states in the title, this is only a basic introduction. However, it covers the broadness of OCD quite well. It gives basic definitions of different aspects of OCD, examples and ways to combat obsessive thoughts and behaviours.

[Maria · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful. I'd like a bit more depth in some areas but really this was a very good basic introduction.

[Cassidy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A useful overview of the basics of OCD and how to effectively treat it's symptoms with references for further guidance and CBT.

[Karol · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an introduction about OCD that sheds light on what it is and available treatments that can help those suffering with their own OCD symptoms.