Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Addiction Awareness

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and Addiction Awareness

Thursday 15th October 2020

Understand the link between OCD and addiction with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes. Gain practical tools and strategies to help manage these intertwined conditions.
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Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes
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Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
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Untangling OCD and Addiction: Insights and Practical Tools with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes

People with OCD and OCD are at a much greater risk for developing addictive behaviors, and we need to be sensitive to that, partly because they have similar changes in that orbitofrontal cortex.
Have you ever wondered how Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and addiction intertwine? In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes unpacks this complex relationship, shedding light on how these two conditions often go hand in hand. She starts by explaining the roles of serotonin receptors in mood disorders, compulsivity, and addiction, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the biological underpinnings of these issues. Dr.
Snipes dives into the common obsessions and compulsions that people with OCD experience, illustrating how these behaviors serve as coping mechanisms for feelings of unsafeness and powerlessness. She also explores how fears of rejection and failure can fuel both OCD and addiction, making it clear why these conditions frequently co-occur. But it's not just about understanding the problem; Dr. Snipes offers actionable advice too.
She discusses exposure and response prevention techniques, along with other interventions designed to help individuals manage their symptoms and reduce triggers. The episode emphasizes the importance of sensitivity and empathy when working with those affected by OCD and addiction, recognizing the heightened risk of developing addictive behaviors in this population. Whether you're a counselor looking for practical tools or someone personally affected by OCD and addiction, this episode provides valuable insights and strategies to navigate these challenges.
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