Ever stared off a balcony and thought, 'What if I jumped?' or saw a train and imagined yourself jumping in front of it? Welcome to the murky waters of Suicide OCD. I'm Erin, a licensed clinical mental health counselor and certified OCD specialist. Join me as I explain Suicide OCD—how it differs from general suicidal ideation, the intrusive thoughts and images you grapple with, and most importantly, how to reclaim your peace. We'll tackle the importance of professional support, explore coping versus compulsions, and break down evidence-based treatments through rebellious sarcasm and tough love. Ready to get your life back? Let's do this!

00:34 Trigger Warnings and Mental Health Support

01:21 Exploring Suicide OCD

02:01 Intensive Outpatient Program for OCD

03:35 The Impact of Suicide

04:08 Statistics and OCD

05:29 Remembering Robin Williams

06:52 Suicide OCD vs. Suicidal Ideation

11:54 Obsessions and Compulsions in Suicide OCD

15:59 Coping Mechanisms vs. Compulsions

19:41 Seeking Help and Treatment

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