Books

Here’s a mix of book suggestions for anyone navigating OCD.

From practical self-help guides, honest and heartfelt stories from people with lived experience, and insights from clinicians and researchers who are experts in the OCD space.

Adults

Children & Carers

Books for Adults

The Joy Thief

Penny Moodie

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The Self-Compassion Workbook for OCD

Kimberley Quinlan

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Overcoming Obsessive Thoughts

Christine Purdon & David Clark

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Overcoming Unwanted Intrusive Thoughts

Saly Winston & Martin Seif

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The Mindfulness Workbook for OCD

Jon Hershfield & Tom Corboy

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Resolving OCD

Frederick Aardema

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Freedom from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Jonathan Grayson

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Getting Over OCD

Jonathan Abramowitz

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Books for Children, Young People & Parents

The Family Guide to Getting Over OCD

Jonathan Abramowitz

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The OCD Workbook for Teens

Jon Hershfield

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Stuff That's Loud

Ben Sedley & Lisa Coyne

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When a Family Member has OCD