In the aftermath of the October 7th attacks in Israel, a team of psychologists and psychiatrists noticed an unsettling ...

Most of us have found ourselves in an urgent state of motivated cleaning at some point, as we feel compelled to clear the sink of dirty dishes or organize an entire closet. Social media users have now ...

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips.

We've all heard people say, "I'm so OCD about keeping my room clean," or "He's totally OCD about organising his desk." Of ...

Before we get into it, it’s important to first say that 'pathological productivity' in the context of tidying or decluttering ...

Even if you mean well, these phrases usually hurt more than they help. Here’s what to say instead to show a loved one with ...

I try to visit my sons, who live far away, several times a year to see my grandchildren. Sometimes I stay with them; other ...

In our current world, there are behavioral compulsion traps everywhere, activities that unnaturally spike your dopamine receptors and motivate you to seek more of those good feelings repeatedly. A ...

Using psychedelic drugs like ecstasy or magic mushrooms to treat mental health conditions may not be as "far out" as it sounds. The latest research shows these substances can be used effectively in ...