Episode 221: Understanding Obsessive Compulsive Disorder with Dr. Rindee Ashcraft

In this conversation, Dr. Rindee Ashcraft shares her insights on the treatment of OCD and anxiety, emphasizing the effectiveness of exposure and response prevention (ERP) as a primary treatment modality. She discusses the importance of understanding OCD symptoms, the role of genetics, and the need for proper training for therapists. Dr. Ashcraft highlights the significance of community support and the impact of accommodating behaviors on OCD symptoms, while also exploring the various presentations of OCD and the connection to body-focused repetitive behaviors. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the future of OCD treatment and the importance of building a supportive community.

 

Watch the video of this conversation here! https://youtu.be/WAk-ip10YH8

 

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Dr. Rindee Ashcraft

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Links:

Maria Bamford's Keynote Address at the 2020 Online OCD Conference

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCFRHr0APOo

 

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Episode 199 Behavior Analysis and Prader-Willi Syndrome with Dr. Kasey Bedard

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