In the world of psychological diagnoses, generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) are cousins of sorts. They have a lot in common and are sometimes hard to distinguish from one another.
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Many of you have undoubtedly heard a phrase similar to, “I’m OCD about my house being clean,” or “I’m OCD about how my clothes are put away.” Many variations of this phrase exist and are often used. Phrases like these imply that OCD is more like a “type A” personality, where one’s need for cleanliness and order is almost viewed as endearing or funny.
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Maybe you think that mindfulness is a “woo-woo” activity and not for you? What if I told you that there is scientific evidence that shows that the practice of mindfulness can decrease anxiety, stress, and symptoms of depression? A mindfulness practice can lead to new neural pathway development that can help us to feel more connected with ourselves and with our bodies. There is a positive correlation between mindfulness practice and the growth of compassion
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When clients present with symptoms of anxiety, my immediate reaction is to let them know that they are not alone. I normalize the heck out of any shame or confusion and commend them for listening to their bodies and getting the little bit of help they need.
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