With OCD, control is a defensive attempt to manage internal anxiety. It usually doesn’t involve intentional efforts to control other people. OCPD, on the other hand, can involve controlling behaviors.

The Mayo Clinic defines obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) as: “Unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions) that lead you to do repetitive behaviors (compulsions).” OCD is a form of anxiety disorder ...

Living with an OCD spouse or partner can be brutal at times...But there are strategies you can implement to help yourself manage and foster a healthier dynamic in your relationship. Here are 12 ways ...

As parents, we naturally worry when our children exhibit behaviors that seem unusual or obsessive. We recently had a mother asking about her 10-year-old son who insists on wearing certain outfits on ...

OCD isn’t just about handwashing or checking locks—it’s a relentless cycle of intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors that can quietly take over someone’s life. It can start in childhood, ...