OCD

The article discusses challenges faced by older adults with undiagnosed ADHD, autism, and other neurodiverse conditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding these traits to avoid misdiagnosis and improve support. It also covers cognitive baseline testing for brain health tracking, Medicare phone scams targeting seniors, and a nonverbal autistic artist's gallery exhibit showcasing his work.

The article discusses challenges faced by older adults with undiagnosed neurodiverse conditions like ADHD, autism, and dyslexia, emphasizing the need for understanding to avoid misdiagnosis. It highlights cognitive baseline testing for tracking brain health, Medicare phone scams targeting seniors, and a nonverbal autistic artist's gallery exhibit showcasing his work through paintings and poetry.

Howie Mandel's accidental public disclosure of his OCD during a panic attack on The Howard Stern Show led to the creation of NOCD, a virtual therapy company now valued at $270 million and providing over a million annual therapy sessions. The company, rebranded as Noto after acquiring PTSD-focused Rebound Health, emphasizes specialized OCD treatment and challenges misconceptions about the disorder.

Scott Thomas has been diagnosed with OCD and severe anxiety disorder, prompting him to seek treatment in rehab after experiencing intense fear that someone was going to die. He convinced himself of this dire outcome, leading to his decision to get help. The diagnosis and treatment are part of his journey to address his mental health issues.

Simone Stolzoff's book How to Not Know explores using psilocybin to treat OCD, also known as the doubting disorder. The book delves into the potential benefits of magic mushrooms in alleviating uncertainty associated with OCD. This approach may offer a new perspective on treating the condition.