Chris takes on the question of, Why does exposure therapy work for some people, but not for me? It's a common question; and, in many cases, the answer is actually pretty simple. Adequate exposure therapy includes prolonged and repetitive exposure to targeted, anxiety-produces objects and situations. And adequate exposure therapy means response prevention.
Feel free to reach out with any questions you might have to chrisleins04@gmail.com.
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When I'm Loving Someone with OCD
Weed-Smoking, Psychotropic Medications, and OCD
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The Various Faces of Existential OCD
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What Causes OCD?: The Theory That Will Never Die
Chasing Certainty
How Long Will It Take for Me to Get Better?
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When OCD Causes Depression
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Compulsions Breed Compulsions
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