Types of OCD Beliefs Worksheet
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HappierTherapy
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The Happier Therapy editorial team is made up of Masters and PhD counselling psychologists. Each worksheet is created by a team member with exposure to and experience in the subject matter. The worksheet then gets reviewed by a more senior editorial member. This is someone with extensive knowledge of the subject matter and highly cited published material.
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What is the theory behind this Types of OCD Beliefs Worksheet?
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is a mental disorder characterised by persistent intrusive obsessive thoughts that are followed by ritualistic compulsions that are a cause of significant distress. The intensity can vary from individual to individual but it remains to be a very difficult condition to live with and causes significant disruptions in day to day functioning. Research has revealed some subtypes of OCD depending on the major themes surrounding one’s obsessions and compulsions.
How will the worksheet help?
This worksheet will provide information about some major common types of OCD beliefs that have been identified through research. A person’s OCD may feature one or more than one of the types of beliefs mentioned in the worksheet. This worksheet can help spread general awareness about the condition and also be used in psychoeducation sessions.
How to use the worksheet?
This worksheet can be used in mental health awareness campaigns to help the general public be aware of what Obsessive Compulsive Beliefs look like so that individuals with the condition can seek the right kind of help. It can also be used as a psychoeducation tool for individuals seeking therapy for their OCD.
