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Obsessive compulsive disorder is often misunderstood and stigmatised. So we've put together a selection of videos, articles and other useful information to break down the stigma and raise awareness.

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Have you seen OCD stigma?

There’s a lot of misrepresentation of OCD in the media. But there’s something you can do to help. Report mental health stigma to SANE’s StigmaWatch.

Busting the OCD myths

There are lots of myths that alienate people with OCD, stigmatise the experience and stop people seeking help.

SANE’s OCD Mythbusters, made with the cast of Aussie movie What If It Works?, combat these myths.

Do stressful events trigger OCD symptoms?

Researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm and King’s College in London looked at how stressful life events can affect the severity of OCD symptoms.

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