What is it really like to live with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? How do you recognize the signs, and what does effective treatment look like? In this episode of PSYCHEDUP, Nadia shares her personal experience with OCD, offering a vivid glimpse into how even a simple trip to the park with her kids could spiral into an overwhelming storm of thoughts and emotions. In this conversation Dr. Diane McIntosh brings her signature blend of compassion and expertise to the discussion, breaking down the symptoms and diagnosis of OCD. Joined by her colleague and friend psychologist Dr. Randy Mackoff, she dives into the most effective treatment for this life-altering disorder. Tune in for an insightful, empathetic look at OCD and how to start the path to reclaiming control.

SPECIAL FEATURE. This week, PSYCHEDUP is excited to present an illuminating discussion about mental health vs mental illness. It's from the first season of Look Again, the BC Schizophrenia Society's podcast which highlights the humanity of people living with mental illness and shares insights from medical experts, family members, and individuals with lived experience. Dr. Diane McIntosh was Look Again’s first guest. She and host Faydra Aldridge challenge the idea that disorders like Schizophrenia are ‘mental health’ issues and explore why mental illness needs its own specific plan of action. Resources Look Again: Mental Illnes Re-Examined

Silken Laumann captured the hearts of Canadians with her incredible resilience, rowing to a bronze medal in single sculls despite a devastating injury. But after the cheers faded, she realized she was facing a new challenge: depression. In this episode, host Dr. Diane McIntosh sits down with Silken to explore her journey, discussing the symptoms, causes, and path to understanding her mental illness. Dr. McIntosh is later joined by her colleague and friend, Dr. Randy Mackoff, for an honest and insightful conversation about effective treatments for depression. It doesn't matter who you are, what you've done, whether or not you're an Olympic superstar, depression can affect anyone. Listen to this episode of PSYCHEDUP to get educated and inspired. Resources Silken Laumann's Podcast: Inflection Time