#69 - What is "Pure O" and Does it Exist?

In this episode, you'll learn about... - what the term "pure o" means  - my thoughts on whether "pure o" exists - why there's such a controversy about the concept of "purely obsessional disorder" - how therapists can approach someone who says they have "pure o" For OCD treatment, check out NOCD - head to www.treatmyocd.com and schedule your free 15 minute phone call to get connected with a licensed therapist who specializes in Exposure and Response Prevention.  NOCD is a mobile therapy platform and includes video sessions with a therapist, in addition to peer support, ERP tools, and more.  It is available in and out of the United States.  NOCD accepts insurances and payment plans for self-payers. This podcast should not be substituted, nor is meant to act as a substitute, for legitimate mental health treatment/a legitimate mental health treatment provider.  This podcast and any information in it is solely the reflection of general knowledge and cannot be taken as a personal therapeutic recommendation.  To find a therapist near you to work more directly with these issues, head over to IOCDF.org, psychologytoday.com,  or nami.org. Resources mentioned in the episode: https://drmichaeljgreenberg.com/defining-rumination/ https://drmichaeljgreenberg.com/how-to-stop-ruminating/ http://www.chrissiehodges.com/about-chrissie https://www.madeofmillions.com/articles/intrusive-thoughts-pure-o-dr-steven-phillipson-ph-d --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jennaoverbaugh/support