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My grandson is 3 1/2 and needs help

Posted on Monday, May 18, 2009

Question: My grandson is 3 1/2. When I put him in the car from daycare (this is the only time he does this), he has to do what he calls “his business”, which is to touch every light and the holds behind the car seats before he can sit in his seat. When he goes in the bathroom, he has to first always turn the light on, then flush the toilet and then turn the light off. If he does not get to do this in that order, he becomes very upset. At times when he seems upset, his arms go in all directions.

Virginia

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OCD and the Preschool Child

Posted on Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Question: I am a teacher of preschoolers with disabilities. Many of our children are autistic and seem to be very OCD-like. Things must be done in order or they are brought to meltdown very quickly. We accommodate when we can but sometimes we simply cannot. I would love to read anything on the subject of OCD and the preschool child, especially developmentally appropriate practices. Thanks so much!!

Campbell Hall, NY

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My Wife is Aggressive

Posted on Tuesday, January 27, 2009

My wife is suffering from OCD and she is becoming more aggressive day by day. My five-year-old daughter and I are suffering a lot. Please advise.

India

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Dietary Suggestions for Children

Posted on Monday, January 12, 2009

Question: Are there any dietary suggestions for children with OCD?

Oregon

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My Daughter Has Become Violent

Posted on Friday, January 09, 2009

Question: My daughter has OCD and has now become violent when she has her anxiety tantrums. I am not sure how to handle this type of behavior. Can you please help?

Providence, RI

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Can my son’s multiple obsessions be treated quickly?

Posted on Monday, December 15, 2008

Question: My child has this problem with OCD interfering with writing and reading as well as in many other important arenas. We just started CBT therapy. We’ve had to start small because he blows even small concerns into large ones. My question is, with so many issues that affect his functioning, is there a way we can quickly address multiple obsessions?

Boston

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I’m From India and I Have OCD

Posted on Thursday, December 04, 2008

Question: My OCD symptoms appeared in year 1986. My birth date is 1971. I started taking medicine in 2002 (Flovokin). I started doing Baba Ramdev’s Pranayam. Though I am feeling somehow good, I am thinking I have not been helped completely. Please suggest help to me.

India

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Teen Is Unable to Write

Posted on Friday, October 24, 2008

Question: I am searching for strategies for an OCD diagnosed teenager that has issues with writing. Due to tracing and pattern writing, the teen cannot complete school assignments. Is there a strategy that has been successful? Please help. This highly intelligent teen cannot put pen to paper.

Texas

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I’m From Chile and I Have OCD

Posted on Monday, October 13, 2008

Question: Hello, I’m from Chile and I have OCD. I would like to talk to others about my illness, and especially with others who suffer the same illness.

Temuco, Chile

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My Two-Year-Old May Have OCD

Posted on Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Question: I have OCD as well as other mental health challenges.  My daughter is at a high risk to struggle with OCD as well.  She is only 2 and exhibits some OCD-like behaviors.  I need simple techniques that are preventative in nature.  I don’t know if she has OCD but it makes sense to do what I can now, should she develop it, to reduce the degree to which the disorder would interfere with her development. Are there resources for this issue?

California

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Can A Preschool Child Have OCD?

Posted on Monday, September 15, 2008

Question: I am a teacher of preschool children with disabilities.  We seem to be observing some behaviors that could be indicative of OCD.  I have been unable to locate any information with regard to this age group (3-5years).  My gut is telling me NOT to force these issues and I would like info to share with other teachers with regard to approaches and techniques.  Such challenging behaviors and no guidance seems to result in more harm than good. I am looking forward to your reply.

Campbell Hall, New York

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Why Is My Mind Like a Jail?

Posted on Monday, August 11, 2008

Question: My 20 year old daughter has OCD and she has been medicated by a doctor, but the therapy seems not helpful. She asks me: Why is my mind like a jail? Why I can’t be free!! We are looking for a center or doctors who have been specially trained for this disease. Have you any information about specialists and support groups in Chile?

Viña del Mar, Chile

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CBT for Mental Compulsions

Posted on Friday, August 08, 2008

Question: Does CBT work for mental compulsions, such as math or symmetrical games? If so, how do you start?

Richmond, VA

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Can you speak about the approach one should take to suggest that a child or student has OCD?

Posted on Thursday, August 07, 2008

Question: How can a professional educator talk to parents about this delicate subject? Because of the stigma this is a touchy topic. I would appreciate hearing your suggestions.

Principal
Indianapolis, IN

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Welcome to Ask the Experts.

Posted on Monday, July 28, 2008

With the launch of our new web site,
OCD Chicago is also launching the new
Ask the Experts blog.

Why a blog?  And why Ask the Experts?

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My Daughter Refuses Our Help

Posted on Monday, July 28, 2008

Question: My daughter has really severe OCD and every time we try to get her to do exposure she just refuses and hides in her room and tells us to “go to hell.” What should we do?  Should we just give up until she decides that she really wants to get better?

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Afraid of Being Teased

Posted on Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Question: I am pretty sure there is help out there for me but I am too afraid of being teased about being mentally ill to discuss it.  Are there any easy first steps?

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OCD and Depression

Posted on Wednesday, July 16, 2008

Question: I have OCD and am also depressed. Which should be treated first?

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