Obsessive Anxiety

Are you constantly worrying about your health, or the health of a loved one? Do you find yourself endlessly looking up symptoms on the internet? No matter how your health anxiety manifests, it can be a crippling psychological burden. In Freedom from Health Anxiety, nationally recognized anxiety expert Karen Lynn Cassiday teaches you skills to conquer health anxiety, once and for all. You'll learn to switch from focusing on worst-case scenarios to appreciating the joy of the present moment—regardless of health status. 

Nearly six million Americans suffer from the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder, which can manifest itself in many ways: paralyzing fear of contamination; unmanageable “checking” rituals; excessive concern with order, symmetry, and counting; and others. Freedom from...

If your fears so extreme that they threaten to destroy an otherwise healthy relationship, you may have relationship OCD - a form of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) that causes chronic obsessive doubt and anxiety in relationships. So, how can you free yourself to discover deeper intimacy and security? Relationship OCD offers an evidence-based, cognitive behavioral approach to finding relief from relationship anxiety, obsessive doubt, and fear of commitment. 

In the first book to fully examine obsessive bad thoughts, Dr. Lee Baer combines the latest research with his own extensive experience in treating this widespread syndrome. Drawing on information ranging from new advances in brain technology to pervasive social taboos, Dr. Baer explores the root causes of bad thoughts, why they can spiral out of control, and how to recognize the crucial difference between harmless and dangerous bad thoughts.

Struggling with intrusive thoughts that never seem to let go? Discover a step-by-step blueprint to break free from OCD and regain control of your life. Inside Conquer Your OCD, you will learn to: • Identify the OCD Cycle: Understand how obsessive thoughts and compulsive actions reinforce each other. • Apply ERP Techniques: Gradually confront your fears and learn to resist compulsions. • Reframe Distorted Thoughts: Challenge anxiety-provoking ideas using cognitive restructuring. • Embrace Mindfulness & Self-Compassion: Develop practices that foster resilience and calm. • Gain ...

Pure obsessional obsessive-compulsive disorder, or "Pure O" OCD, is a subtype of OCD that is characterized by intrusive thoughts, images, or urges without any visible symptoms. These "hidden compulsions" can include constant reassurance seeking, obsessive regret or worry, and may involve...

“This book will make a world of difference in the lives of people with OCD.” —Eric Hollander, M.D., Compulsive, Impulsive & Anxiety Disorders Program, Mt. Sinai School of Medicine The definitive classic that has helped more than 400,000 people defeat obsessive-compulsive behavior, with...

Are you stuck inside your own head? Learn how to stop obsessing and start really living with this breakthrough guide. In today's world, it's easy to get stuck in an endless loop of negative thoughts. And if you're like many people, you've probably tried to think your way out of one of these...

Coping and Healing Negative Intrusive Thoughts With God Revised Edition March 7, 2025 Are unwanted intrusive thoughts stealing your peace and clouding your mind? We are called to live in the freedom that Christ offers, yet these thoughts may feel like chains, keeping you from experiencing the fullness of His joy and purpose. In Deliver Me From Intrusive Thoughts, you’ll discover practical, faith-based strategies grounded in Scripture to help you break free from the grip of negative thinking. This transformative guide will empower you to: Recognize the root of intrusive thoughts and how ...

Start Building a Life Free from Trauma—Your Practical EMDR Healing Blueprint Awaits! Are you imprisoned by relentless traumatic memories? Seeking relief, but finding no lasting solace? Yearning for a life where past horrors no longer dictate your every movement, emotion, and choices? With “EMDR Workbook: Navigating Recovery from PTSD, Trauma and Anxiety”, you’ll experience the unrivaled power of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing—a therapy that transcends conventional healing methods. EMDR offers you a life unburdened by past trauma, and this book is your personalized ...

30 Days to Stop Being a Shopaholic is a 30-day mindfulness program designed to help you examine compulsive shopping, become more aware of the thoughts, emotions, and attachments connected to buying, and develop a more present and intentional relationship with shopping and material possessions. Each day introduces a different mindfulness exercise or lesson, giving you a simple, structured practice to explore for approximately 15–30 minutes. Inside, you'll find: 30 days of mindfulness exercises and lessons exploring compulsive shopping, attachment, materialism, and related thought patterns ...

For the millions living with OCD who cannot access — or afford — specialist care. OCD is not a quirk, a preference for tidiness, or an overactive conscience. It is a neurological condition driven by a misfiring threat-detection circuit — and it responds to one treatment more reliably than any other: Exposure and Response Prevention. The OCD & ERP Recovery Workbook brings that treatment to you, in full, without compromise. Written with the clinical depth of a professional therapy programme and the accessibility of a book you can use alone, this workbook gives you everything you need to...

If you've ever wondered why you seem to get trapped in an endless cycle of obsessive, compulsive thoughts, you don't have to wonder anymore. Grounded in cutting-edge neuroscience and evidence-based cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Rewire Your OCD Brain will show you how and why your brain gets stuck in a loop of obsessive thinking, uncertainty, and worry; and offers the tools you need to short-circuit this response and get your symptoms under control-for good.

What you need to grasp is that your anxiety and obsessive thoughts are not a reflection of your relationship or your partner, but rather a result of your own internal struggles. The good news is, there is one method—backed by research studies and recommended by experts–to help deal with a range of problems including relationship problems and anxiety. It’s called cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), a form of psychological treatment that effectively and significantly improves functioning and quality of life.

Thoughts are simply a normal part of being human, but we’ve all had them disrupt our lives. Reclaim Your Life teaches you to accept and manage your thoughts with evidence-based principles and strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Discover ways to increase your flexibility in thinking, get some distance from your thoughts, and work toward a life full of values and purpose. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps you get a handle on your emotions and find more adaptive responses from difficulties like panic attacks and low self-esteem.

Irrational thoughts and overwhelming feelings cause folks to feel like they’re crazy. Family and friends find it hard to understand; either dismissing worries or participating in unhealthy avoidance behaviors. This book provides valuable information and guidelines about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in a relational format based on godly principles. Sue’s OCD story will touch your heart and validate your own experiences and symptoms. Keeping OCD from taking over your life involves looking at three clinical areas. As I helped Sue look at critical areas in her life, she was able to ...

Your Mind, Reimagined: Discover the Secret to Quieting Intrusive ThoughtsHave intrusive thoughts ever made you question your sanity or control over your life? Do you find yourself paralyzed by unwanted thoughts that you can't seem to shake off? Are you ready to regain control and silence the intrusive thoughts that plague your mind? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then know that there are millions of other people who struggle with intrusive thoughts just as you do. A common misconception is only people with severe mental illness experience intrusive thoughts. When in ...

Break free from unhelpful rituals and take control of your life 'Clear, practical, focused and useful... extremely helpful both for those who suffer from obsessive compulsive disorder and those who care for them' Paul Salkovkis, University of Bath Are you plagued by a recurring thought or idea...

From beloved actor Steve Martin, the bestselling author of Shopgirl, comes the tender story of a troubled man who finds love and life in the most unexpected place. "As compassionate as it is funny." —Kirkus Reviews Daniel resides in his Santa Monica apartment, living much of his life as a...

His nightmares built the career. Her devotion kept them clean. Every morning, Nadia Segrave descends to her husband’s study and reads what his sleeping mind has written: dark, violent, brilliant. She gathers the pages. She decides what the world gets to see. Dean is the genius. Nadia is the editor of his darkest secrets. For twelve years, the arrangement has been flawless. The Mendocino house is a cathedral. The routines are a religion. And the truth buried in the redwood grove stays exactly where she left it. Then Dean’s agent sends a ghostwriter. And the midnight drafts begin to ...