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When Your Child’s OCD Speaks in Code: Why Logic Isn’t Enough
When OCD rituals don’t respond to logic, it’s not defiance—it’s emotional code. Learn how to listen for what’s really being said.

marcuslewton
Apr 212 min read
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Why Intrusive Thoughts Get Worse at Night
Intrusive thoughts often strike hardest at night. Here’s why bedtime makes the mind vulnerable—and how to support your child through it.

marcuslewton
Apr 132 min read
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I’m Scared to Say the Wrong Thing
You don’t need to be perfect. You need to stay in the room. What to say when you’re scared to say the wrong thing to your child.

marcuslewton
Apr 92 min read
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How to Tell If Your Child Is Symbolising or Just Repeating
Is your child expressing something—or just repeating it? Learn how to tell if a ritual is symbolising, or if it’s stuck in survival mode.

marcuslewton
Apr 82 min read
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Why Is My Child Doing This?
Sometimes a ritual isn’t just a habit — it’s a child’s way of saying, “I’m sorry,” or “I love you,” when words feel impossible.

marcuslewton
Apr 52 min read
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How Can I Help If I’m Not Supposed to Reassure?
Reassurance feels kind—but can keep OCD stuck. Learn how to support your child without feeding the fear, and what to say…

marcuslewton
Apr 42 min read
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It’s Not Who They Are: Making Sense of Taboo Thoughts in Adolescents
Taboo thoughts in teens aren’t signs of danger. They reflect inner conflict during adolescence—when new impulses outpace understanding.

marcuslewton
Mar 302 min read
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The House with a Locked Door: A Parent’s First Glimpse into OCD
A parent’s first glimpse of OCD isn’t always a diagnosis—it’s the sense that their child is there, but behind a door they can’t yet open.

marcuslewton
Mar 292 min read
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“Why Can’t They Just Stop?” Understanding the Hidden Logic Behind Intrusive Thoughts
Intrusive thoughts aren’t nonsense—they’re protection. This post helps parents understand the hidden logic behind loops, rituals, and fear.

marcuslewton
Mar 292 min read
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