Get to know OCD

Uma Chatterjee is a leading neuroscientist and researcher specializing in OCD. She bridges her lived experience and rigorous science to understand the disorder that’s impacted her as long as she can remember. In this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast, Uma simplifies the latest OCD research and shares why she’s driven to understand the disorder as deeply as possible. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 2:0...

Does my partner truly love me? Are they really the "right one"? These questions are the norm for those struggling with relationship OCD (ROCD). If you're battling these same doubts about your relationships, this video is for you. In this explainer, we dive into the complexities of ROCD, its impact on your relationships, and ways to manage it. Show notes: 0:33 What Is Relationship OC...

From the outside, Brad Feld seems unfazed. Since 1987, Brad has blazed an impressive career as an early-stage investor and entrepreneur in tech. But internally, Brad has been battling OCD for nearly 60 years. In this episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast, Brad opens up about how he has navigated life and achieved success while experiencing OCD, why he’s so open about his struggles, and much more....

"OCD is just germaphobia" or "OCD is a superpower" — these are just a few of the myths associated with OCD. Spoiler alert: neither are true. Both are examples of all-too-common misconceptions about OCD. In this special episode of our OCD Deep Dive series, we go mythbusting on OCD and give you the realities of the disorder.  0:00 Intro 0:52 Myth #1  3:29 Myth #2 5:06 Myth #3 7:5...

Singer, songwriter, and YouTube creator Cami Petyn has used her growing platform for OCD advocacy. Her struggles with OCD have been at the center of many songs and videos she's created. In this episode of the Get to know OCD podcast, Cami tells us why she's so big on OCD awareness and how the disorder has affected her life. Show notes: 0:00 Intro 1:39 Before OCD Diagnosis 5:11 Why Does I...

Welcome to our brand-new series, OCD Deep Dive! In this series, NOCD Chief Clinical Officer Patrick McGrath will give you a detailed breakdown about all things OCD. In the debut episode, we're explaining OCD as a whole — what is it, living with it, how to treat it, and more.  Show Notes 0:00 Intro 1:00 What Is OCD? 5:04 OCD Misconceptions  6:18 Living With OCD 10:24 OCD Treatment Is Available...

Never one to shy away from joking about ANY topic, comedian Maria Bamford joins us for the fourth episode of the Get to Know OCD podcast. In this candid interview, she opens up about battling OCD throughout her life and navigating her Hollywood career through it — all while making us laugh along the way. Please note: This podcast briefly mentions suicide. NOCD is not a crisis service. If you or so...

Sam Temple is a multi-hyphenated creator — podcaster, DIY, artist, and more. Before Sam was diagnosed with OCD, she used creativity as an outlet to distract herself from anxiety and other emotions spurred by OCD. In this interview, she tells us how she's come to live with OCD and the person she is now, and will always be. Show Notes: 0:00 Intro 2:00 If OCD Was A Food Dish Or Recipe 2:54 Not K...

Howie Mandel joins us on the second episode of the Get to know OCD podcast. He opens up about his lifelong struggles with OCD despite being in the public eye for much of his career — from being a comedian to a TV personality to a podcaster. Show Notes:   0:00 Intro   1:18 Welcome Howie Mandel   2:39 OCD Prevalence  6:39 Howie's Pet Peeve 9:01 OCD Emotions 11:28 Why Howie Doesn't Shake Ha...

Welcome to the first-ever episode of the Get To Know OCD podcast. Host Dr. Patrick McGrath is joined by NOCD CEO and cofounder Stephen Smith. Stephen takes us inside his life-long struggles with OCD, how NOCD came to be, and his plans to continue to tackle the issue. Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com/treatmyocd/ https://twitter.com/treatmyocd https://www.tiktok.com/@treatmyocd H...

Tune in each week for a deep dive into all things OCD with host Dr. Patrick McGrath, NOCD's Chief Clinical Officer. We’ll be sharing inspiring real-life stories of people who’ve faced OCD and came out the other side, as well as practical tips for understanding and tackling OCD. We hope you enjoy the podcast and it helps you get to know OCD. Follow us on social media: https://www.instagram.com...