Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop: An OCD Storybook

by E. Katia Moritz

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is not an easy concept to explain to young children. Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop was written to give parents and professionals an entry into talking with children about OCD, a complex and usually progressive neurobiological disorder. Children can relate their own experiences to those of Henrietta, Daisy, Snort, and Biscuit, a group of farm animals who have obsessive thoughts and compulsions that turn out to be caused by a bullying and mischievous insect named O.C. Flea.

O.C. Flea represents the little, intrusive, and worrying voice that often troubles children with OCD. The use of this character makes this complex condition understandable and provides something more tangible for children and their families to fight back against. Without understanding what is happening to them, children with OCD often suffer from difficult feelings like guilt, depression, frustration, or anger.

As the story progresses, the animals come to realize that they are more powerful than O.C. Flea. Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop can help children begin the important journey to understanding their own symptoms and empower them to face their OCD just like the brave animals did.

39 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 8, 2011

About the author

E. Katia Moritz, Ph.D., ABPP, is a licensed psychologist in Florida, New York, Utah, and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. She is Co-Founder and Chief Clinical Officer at Neurobehavioral Institute (NBI), specializing in treating Severe Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. She is also the Founder of NBI Ranch - a residential supportive living program. With decades of experience, Dr. Moritz trains and supervises clinical staff. She develops cutting-edge programs and services for patients and families and consults on challenging and complex cases worldwide.
Dr. Moritz is a Board-Certified Cognitive and Behavioral Psychologist and a Fellow of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT). She is a member of the Scientific & Clinical Advisory Board and the Diversity Council of the International Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Foundation (IOCDF) and serves on the advisory board of HAAPE (Helping Adults with Autism Perform and Excel).
Dr. Moritz is the author of "Working with Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children" (Audio and Video Training Program), "Forms for Helping Children with OCD," and "Blink, Blink, Clop, Clop: An OCD Story Book" (available in English and Spanish versions).
Dr. Moritz is a respected speaker and presents on Severe Anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorders. Her focus is on translating evidence-supporting skills to make a life-changing impact in the lives of individuals and families.
Additionally, Dr. Moritz is the director and producer of the award-winning documentary "Undiagnosed - The Future of Medicine." The documentary has won multiple awards and has been featured in film festivals worldwide.

Reviews

[Sharon Novotny · Rating 1 out of 5]

Disappointed

For the cost of the book I expected more. Even at the end where it’s stating a website and more materials, I cannot find any further info.

[Nicole · Rating 4 out of 5]

This created great conversation and understanding for my child about himself and then allowed me to know more about what he experiences.

[Shelly Hart · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book helped tremendously with my child. It gave us a way to talk about what was happening and place the blame on that pesky flea. It allowed us to separate the disorder from the child. We even got to a point where we could laugh about it..."Is that OC Flea bothering you again?" If you have a child who struggles with OCD, I highly recommend this book. It may not replace a treatment plan, but it definitely helps!