58: Does My Child Have OCD?

<p>How do you know if your child has Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? A parent writes in worried about her daughter’s compulsive behavior and anxiety around germs. Dr. Lisa describes OCD, how it takes hold, when it's time to worry, and what parents should do if they are concerned that their child might suffer from it. Reena asks about the power of rituals and what parents can do to help their kids manage anxiety effectively.</p><br><p><u>Dr. Lisa’s OCD Resource Recommendations:</u></p><p><br></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Your-Adolescent-Has-Anxiety-Disorder/dp/0195181514/ref=sr_1_7?keywords=edna+foa&amp;qid=1637746187&amp;sr=8-7" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">If Your Adolescent Has an Anxiety Disorder: An Essential Resource for Parents</a>&nbsp;by Edna Foa</li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.amazon.com/OCD-Workbook-Kids-Obsessive-Compulsive/dp/162625978X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2IECKJ4NLUDPP&amp;keywords=ocd+workbook+for+kids&amp;qid=1637932755&amp;sprefix=ocd+%2Caps%2C182&amp;sr=8-3" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The OCD Workbook for Kids: Skills to Help Children Manage Obsessive Thoughts and Compulsive Behaviors</a>&nbsp;by Pulifico and Robin</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn<strong>&nbsp;@AskLisaPodcast, @LDamour, @ReenaNinan</strong></p><br><p><a href="https://www.drlisadamour.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.drlisadamour.com/</a></p><br><p>Ask Lisa&nbsp;is produced by:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.goodtroubleproductions.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">www.GoodTroubleProductions.com</a></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for privacy and opt-out information.</p>