by Cloudways | Apr 22, 2017 | “Pure-O” Symptoms, ERP, OCD, Scrupulosity
So this post is a bit different than my regular posts… Rather than discussing a specific aspect about OCD or anxiety, this post is a request for your assistance in completing an exposure. Here’s the background… I have a patient with scrupulosity...
by Cloudways | Nov 23, 2016 | “Pure-O” Symptoms, OCD, Scrupulosity, Sexual Symptoms
Obsessions focusing on pets and animals incorporate all the common themes: contamination, checking, harm, scrupulosity, and sex. In this 3-part blog series, I’ll discuss some of the common ways obsessions may target our lovable, snuggable friends. Part 1 focused...
by Cloudways | Feb 8, 2012 | “Pure-O” Symptoms, OCD, Scrupulosity
What is Scrupulosity? Scrupulosity is a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) characterized by religious and/or moral obsessions. Scrupulosity can sometimes be difficult to recognize because even within a single faith community, religious beliefs and practices...
by Cloudways | Feb 5, 2012 | “Pure-O” Symptoms, ERP, OCD, OCD - Treatment, Scrupulosity
Question: I have scrupulosity (religious/moral obsessive-compulsive disorder), and I am triggered by religious posts on Facebook. When I see a religious post, I feel like I have to repost it or God will be mad at me. I also worry about what other people think about...
by Cloudways | Sep 12, 2011 | “Pure-O” Symptoms, OCD
Question: It’s hard to describe this, but I feel like every few days I need to mentally “start over” by doing a variety of mental and behavioral rituals. I don’t want to live like this, but I’m afraid that if I undergo treatment and stop...