How to Help Our Kids with OCD Stop Repeating Words Until They Feel “Just Right”

This video is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace the guidance of a qualified professional.

Does your child with OCD feel the need to repeat words, phrases, or sentences until they sound or feel just right?

They’re not alone!

This is a common compulsion in OCD, often driven by a fear that something bad will happen if it isn’t done “correctly” or a deep sense of internal discomfort when things feel not “just right.”

In this YouTube video for kids, teens and young adults, I’ll explain:

• Why their brain gets stuck in this OCD loop
• What “just right” OCD feels like
• How to break the cycle through awareness and response prevention
• Why resisting the urge—even just a little—can be a huge step toward freedom

Click below to watch:

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