Is it a sin to have OCD?
Have you felt paranoid when wondering if having OCD is a sin? Or do you obsessively worry about committing sins? This episode will inform you about the complexities of Religious OCD. Host Erin, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in OCD, shares personal anecdotes and professional insights to explain how OCD can latch onto your faith. Exploring themes like sin, guilt, and moral judgment, the discussion demystifies how OCD weaves into religious beliefs, offering empathy and evidence-based solutions for those affected. Erin stresses OCD's medical nature, advocating for professional treatment while respecting individual faith, culminating in a powerful message of awareness, hope, and healing for the OCD community.
00:00 Introduction to OCD and Partnership with NoCD
00:16 Understanding Relationship OCD
00:35 Personal Story: High School Test Incident
01:44 Introduction to the Host and the Show
02:58 Understanding the Role of Intentions in OCD
03:31 Continuing the Conversation on Religious OCD and Sins
04:56 Understanding the Concept of Sin in OCD
06:44 Personal Story: Balancing Church and Family Commitments
08:43 Understanding the Difference Between Convictions and OCD
11:40 Partnership with NoCD: Offering Effective OCD Therapy
18:42 Understanding the Biological Basis of OCD
20:01 The Role of Faith in OCD Treatment
21:48 Reiterating the Partnership with NoCD
22:37 Conclusion: OCD is Not a Sin
23:01 Closing Remarks and Invitation for the Next Episode