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• Turtles All the Way Down

  Green, John, 1977-

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  Sixteen year old Aza and her best friend work together to solve the disappearance of a billionaire. Throughout the novel, reader's gain insight into how Aza's OCD affects her day-to-day life. A honest, relatable story that isn't afraid to explore…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Highly Suspicious and Unfairly Cute

  Hibbert, Talia,

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  This rivals to lovers YA romance has all of the classic Hibbert charm with witty banter and strong OCD representation. Described as "A zippy rom-com with strong characterization, bursting with Gen Z-approved verbal sparring and stolen kisses"…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Ariel Crashes a Train

  Cole, Olivia A.,

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  "Ariel Crashes A Train" follows teenager Ariel Burns as she struggles with intrusive thoughts that lead her to perform a variety of rituals. A honest depiction of how all-encompassing intrusive thoughts can be as well as a story of healing and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Weight of Our Sky

  Hanna Alkaf,

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  Melati, a teenage girl with OCD, must find and save her mother during the Malaysian race riots of 1969. "While Melati's condition, exacerbated by the stress of her experiences, pushes her to her breaking point, her determination to reunite with her…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Being Me With OCD

  How I Learned to Obsess Less and Live My Life

  Dotson, Alison

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  "Dotson, who lives with treated OCD, is a wise and compassionate model for teens and young adults who have been newly diagnosed with OCD or are considering seeking out a diagnosis,"(Booklist). A book that perfectly blends anecdotes and resources…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Last Call at the Local

  Ruiz, Sarah Grunder,

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  Raine finds herself in Cobh, Ireland where she meets Jack, a local pub owner. While working together to revitalize the pub, sparks start to fly. Jack fears that Raine won't be able to handle his OCD while she believes her ADHD will affect their…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Everything Is An Emergency

  An OCD Story in Words and Pictures

  Katzenstein, Jason, 1990-

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  Cartoonist Jason Katzenstein uses humor to tell the story of his life with OCD. He describes himself as an "anxious cartoonist" which he explores through dramatic black and white illustrations.

• Living Well With OCD

  Practical Strategies for Improving Your Daily Life

  Abramowitz, Jonathan S.,

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  A practical guide that provides readers with tips and tools for coping with obsessional thoughts and doubts.

• Needing to Know for Sure

  a CBT-based Guide to Overcoming Compulsive Checking & Reassurance Seeking

  Seif, Martin N.,

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  This guide focuses on tips and tools using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

• Thriving in Relationships When You Have OCD

  How to Keep Obsessions & Compulsions From Sabotaging Love, Friendship, & Family Connections

  Mariaskin, Amy,

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  Dr. Amy Mariaskin offers guidance for those looking how to navigate relationships and OCD.

• Because We Are Bad

  Ocd and a Girl Lost in Thought

  Bailey, Lily,

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  A detailed account of the role OCD played in Bailey's childhood. "By transporting readers into her world, she makes understandable the urgent and debilitating obsessions of her experience," (Library Journal). A compelling and honest story of the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder-Second Opinion

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  A 30 minute video that explores one women's OCD as she engages in a vulnerable discussion with medical experts. This video aims to shed light on an often misunderstood and misdiagnosed disorder.