Contamination OCD around Semen (the thing no one wants to talk about)

Contamination OCD around Semen (the thing no one wants to talk about)

When OCD latches onto themes that feel embarrassing or “gross,” kids often shut down. But avoiding the topic feeds the shame and the cycle. This week’s YouTube video speaks directly to them — with clarity, compassion, and hope.

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Disgust OCD and Contamination

Disgust OCD and Contamination

When people have contamination OCD it is often assumed that the person is afraid of germs. While some people with contamination OCD are afraid of germs, some are overwhelmed with a feeling of disgust.

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Does OCD Make Your Child Disgusted by Food? OCD and Restrictive Eating.

Does OCD Make Your Child Disgusted by Food? OCD and Restrictive Eating.

Nothing is off limits for OCD, including your child’s food. Does OCD make them feel disgusted by some foods? Do they think their food tastes, smells or looks weird? Do they wind up avoiding foods due to this?

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PSP 341: Helping Kids with Disgust OCD themes

PSP 341: Helping Kids with Disgust OCD themes

In this week’s AT Parenting Survival Podcast I talk about how disgust OCD themes can show up and some alternative views being shared about how to treat disgust OCD differently than other themes.

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