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Welcome to Part 1 of our two-part series on Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) on The Sonder Effect with Alexa Montemayor and Mariam Ayvazyan! 

In this episode, we explore what OCD really is—how it manifests, why it develops, and how it differs from general anxiety disorders.

We break down the obsession-compulsion cycle, discuss why OCD thrives on uncertainty, and challenge some of the biggest misconceptions about the disorder. Plus, we dive into why traditional talk therapy alone isn’t always effective and introduce the principles behind Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the gold-standard treatment for OCD.

Join us as we unravel the complexities of OCD, provide insights for those experiencing it, and offer a foundation for deeper understanding. 

Don’t forget to be curious, compassionate, and patient with yourself!