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Utilize cognitivebehavioral therapy techniques from "summary" of REWIRE YOUR OCD BRAIN by CATHERINE M. PITTMAN AND WILLIAM H. YOUNGS
Cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques are a key component of treating OCD. These techniques are based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are all interconnected. By targeting these connections, we can begin to change the way we think and act in response to our obsessions and compulsions. One common technique used in cognitive-behavioral therapy is cognitive restructuring. This involves identifying and challenging negative thought patterns that contribute to OCD symptoms. By replacing these negative thoughts with more realistic and balanced ones, we can begin to change the way we perceive our obsessions and compulsions. Another important technique...
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