Michelle Chaffardet
Michelle Chaffardet
OCD Misunderstood - Paul Mc Carroll
OCD Misunderstood - Paul Mc Carroll
OCD Misunderstood - Paul Mc Carroll
Monday 5th February 2024
Join Michelle Chaffardet and Paul McCarroll as they discuss living with OCD, sharing coping strategies and the importance of seeking help.
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Episode Overview
- Paul McCarroll shares his personal journey of overcoming OCD and becoming a mental health advocate and specialist
- Insights into the clinical definition of OCD, including obsessions and compulsions
- Exploration of coping mechanisms and therapeutic strategies for managing intrusive thoughts
- Discussion on reducing the intensity of OCD symptoms over time with specialist support
- Importance of seeking help and support in overcoming the challenges of living with OCD
It's recognizing that we don't always have to give [negative thoughts] our full attention. But like you said, really useful tools to almost help you get there.
Ever felt like your mind is stuck on repeat, obsessing over the smallest details? In this episode of 'The Mindful Space', Michelle Chaffardet sits down with Paul McCarroll, a mental health recovery trainer from Northern Ireland, to unpack the realities of living with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Paul's story is one of resilience and hope. He opens up about his personal struggles with OCD, shedding light on the condition's often misunderstood nature.
From relentless obsessions to compulsions that take over daily life, Paul shares how he navigated these challenges and found a path to recovery. But it's not just about his journey. Michelle and Paul dive into practical coping strategies and therapy techniques that can help manage OCD symptoms. They discuss the importance of seeking help and building a support system, emphasizing that recovery is possible.
Whether you're personally affected by OCD or know someone who is, this conversation offers valuable insights and a sense of solidarity. Tune in for an honest, heartfelt discussion that aims to demystify OCD and provide hope for those battling it.