Category: OCD

  • Understanding Pure-O: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Obsessional OCD

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    Pure-O, short for “Purely Obsessional,” is a subtype of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) that is characterized by intrusive and distressing thoughts, images, or urges, often without the visible compulsive behaviours that are commonly associated with traditional OCD. These obsessions can manifest as a relentless stream of distressing mental activity. This can lead individuals to ruminate on…