OCD and Scrupulosity
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by obsessions (unwanted, intrusive thoughts, images, or urges that lead to uncertainty/distress) and compulsions (behaviors or mental actions that are intended to relieve distress). Religious scrupulosity is when OCD wraps around matters of faith and morality leading to distress and interference in one’s spiritual life and practices. ACCFS has a special focus on encouraging effective treatment of religious scrupulosity among Christians and believes that care of OCD respects and supports an individual’s faith.
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OCD and Scrupulosity Videos
The videos featured in this article walk through the nature of scrupulosity, how it is treated, and how it is differentiated from healthy religious beliefs. View additional videos by clicking on the button below.
View VideosFour Things Christians Seeking OCD Treatment Are Looking For
ACCFS receives calls from Christian people around the world seeking treatment for OCD with religious themes and scrupulosity. While ACCFS unfortunately is not able to accept them as clients, the agency does try to help direct them to effective and respectful options for individual care. While often it feels callers are looking for a “needle in a haystack”, this article provides some things to consider when seeking OCD treatment options.
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Support Options
Free & Support Options for Dealing with OCD
When someone is struggling with OCD, there are few things as helpful as feeling understood and accepted by someone who “gets it.” Learn moreHelp for Family Members and Friends of Someone with OCD
Understanding OCD and how to be helpful support is the first step toward helping your loved one and yourself. Learn more
Five Keys to Beating Scrupulosity
What is scrupulosity and what can be done to overcome it? In this webinar recording, Ted Witzig Jr. shares real hope and practical helps with those who struggle with scrupulosity OCD and those who love them.
Coping Statements For Christians With OCD and Scrupulosity
Coping statements for when you are dealing with doubt & uncertainty, dealing with intrusive thoughts, and tips on moving forward.
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Religious and Moral Scrupulosity in Christians
Scrupulosity is a subtype of OCD where religious and moral matters become entwined in the obsessive-compulsive cycle. People suffering with this disorder worry that they have sinned or done something immoral, even when they have not.
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Scrupulosity OCD & Mending Your God Image
Scrupulosity OCD can badly distort how you view God and how you think He relates to you. Plenty of terms get thrown around that describe this condition when it comes up in a discussion.
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Principles of Effective And Religiously-Sensitive Exposures
This article is for individuals with OCD who are in (or are considering) treatment for OCD, especially the subtype of OCD called scrupulosity where obsessions and compulsions become intertwined in religious and moral matters.
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Resources
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy or ACT is one of those approaches that is making a large and lasting shift in the counseling field.
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