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Challenge the irrational beliefs driving OCD from "summary" of REWIRE YOUR OCD BRAIN by CATHERINE M. PITTMAN AND WILLIAM H. YOUNGS
To overcome OCD, it is crucial to challenge the irrational beliefs that drive the disorder. These beliefs often lead individuals to engage in compulsive behaviors in an attempt to reduce anxiety or prevent a feared outcome. By challenging these beliefs, individuals can begin to change their thought patterns and reduce the power of OCD over their lives. One way to challenge irrational beliefs is to identify and question the validity of the beliefs. Individuals can ask themselves questions such as "Is this belief based on evidence or is it simply a fear?" or "What would happen if I didn't engage in the compulsive behavior?" By critically examining these beliefs, individuals can begin to see them for what they truly are - irrational and unfounded. Another eff...
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