Hope with OCD

by Lynn Crilly

OCD is often trivialized as an issue with cleanliness, but for sufferers and those who live with them and/or care for them, it can be life changing, keeping them the slaves of their anxieties. The most common question asked by parents, partners and friends of OCD sufferers is `What can I do?' Lynn Crilly, based on successful support of her own daughter and other sufferers, finally provides some positive, practical answers. Illustrated with observations and anecdotes from carers and sufferers themselves, Hope with OCD explains the many varieties of OCD, how to spot them, the possible causes and drivers and gives a balanced guide to available treatments - both mainstream and `alternative' - in the context of what has worked in her experience. She gives hope for breaking free to a full, obsession-free life.

Paperback

Published May 31, 2018

Reviews

[John Newcomb · Rating 5 out of 5]

She has done it again, just like "Hope with Eating Disorders" Lynn Crilly has produced another definitive guide, this time on how to deal with OCD for both sufferers and carers. It should be compulsory reading for all people working in this area and is going to be the best book for those people living with someone with OCD. Having worked closely with an OCD victim in the past, I just wish I knew then what Lynn has taught me about the mood swings, the rituals and the eccentric decision making. Rather than laughing it off as a joke, which he encouraged, we could have all offered more compassion and support. It would also explain the inherent dishonesty which can in hind-sight be viewed as a protection devise. Highly recommended.

[Kathy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lynn Crilly has put together an amazing resource book for those suffering from OCD and/or those who care about someone with OCD and want to understand it better. A renowned counselor, her words have significantly more weight because one of her daughters has OCD, so she knows about OCD first hand and has lived with it for years.

She gives comprehensive information about what OCD is, how it presents and explores several recovery approaches in an unbiased way. Practitioners of the various recovery methods are given a chance to voice their experiences with the method, and personal testimonies are included as to the impact of OCD, and how the treatments have made a difference in the life of the individual and their loved ones. She also discusses impacts to relationships, and offers practical advice as to how to handle it in school, at work, within the family for both the sufferer and those who care about the person with OCD.

This is a highly readable book about a very complex disorder. Ms. Crilly has walked the plank between giving unbiased information and sharing her personal experiences well. The take-away for me was to not bury your head in the sand, but to own up to having a problem and take steps to get the help needed to deal with it. There are many options and resources available.

Many thanks to Lynn Crilly for writing such an informative book, and to NetGalley and Hammersmith Books for allowing me the opportunity to read and review an ARC of the book.

[MarylineD · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read this for an honest review!
Many suffer from some sort of OCD. Either you count things over and over again, or go back home to check that you did switch something off when you know you did, or wash your hands more than needed...
But when it keeps you from having a normal life you need to do something about it!
This book is a great guide! Not too long, not too short, 177 pages! It covers the different types of OCD, how it affects other people, other mental illnesses, children... It's full of tips for sufferers, care takers...
You feel less alone, less crazy! There is help out there and you are not alone!
Be patient! You are NOT crazy, your loved one is not crazy...

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[Cristie Underwood]

This book is great for those that suffer from OCD, those caring for them, or individuals studying this disorder. The author offers great insight into the behaviors of OCD, such as mood swings, compulsions, and eccentric decision making. This book is a short read, but packed with tons of useful information! Highly recommend!

[Dawn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to netgalley and the publishers for this arc in exchange for my honest review.

Although I don’t suffer with OCD, I have a close friend whose 9 year old son is really struggling with it and it’s impacting on their lives dramatically. I found this really helpful in giving an insight and there’s lots I will be talking with her about.

[Alina · Rating 4 out of 5]

I've found this book really helpful. I'm not suffering from OCD but I have a friend who does, I've read it for her. I will be definitely recommend this book to her parents.