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5 Things Not to Say to Someone With Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) — and What to Say Instead

Even if you mean well, these phrases usually hurt more than they help. Here’s what to say instead to show a loved one with OCD you’re there for them.
Time

Stop Saying These 5 Things to People With Social Anxiety

Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Haupt is a health and wellness editor at TIME. Social anxiety can make any gathering feel daunting. Long before someone steps foot in a crowded party, ...
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The Worst Things to Say to Someone With Anxiety—And What to Say Instead

When you’re trying to comfort someone trapped in an avalanche of anxious thoughts, it’s best to prioritize “presence over advice,” says Jaime Fleischer, director of therapy at Headspace, “and ...
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Stop Saying These 5 Things to People With Social Anxiety

Social anxiety can make any gathering feel daunting. Long before someone steps foot in a crowded party, the restaurant where they're having a first date, or the conference room where they're giving a ...