April 15, 2025
PSP 414: How to Handle OCD Meltdowns Without Making Them Worse
AT Parenting Survival | Raising Kids with OCD & AnxietyAbout this episode
If your child has OCD, you’ve likely witnessed an OCD-driven meltdown—intense distress triggered by an intrusive thought, fear, or the inability to complete a compulsion. These meltdowns can be overwhelming for both you and your child. And while it’s natural to want to soothe their anxiety in the moment, some responses can unintentionally reinforce OCD. In this AT Parenting Survival Podcast episode, we’ll cover: -What’s happening in your child’s brain during a meltdown -What not to do (even if it feels helpful) -Effective strategies to de-escalate the meltdown and support your child’s resilience -Tips for preventing future meltdowns 🆘 Want in-depth support on how to handle OCD meltdowns? Take my course on handling difficult behavior caused by anxiety and OCD. Just go to www.natashadaniels.com/difficultbehaviorcourse . Resources discussed in episode: PANDAS Network SPACE Study Guide course YouTube Video: How Reassurance Can be a Compulsion *** This podcast episode is sponsored by NOCD. NOCD provides online OCD therapy in the US, UK, Australia and Canada. To schedule your free 15 minute consultation to see if NOCD is a right fit for you and your child, go to https://go.treatmyocd.com/at_parenting This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be used to replace the guidance of a qualified professional. Parents, do you need more support? 🌸 Here’s are resources I offer parents 👇🏻❤️ Online classes for parents raising kids with anxiety and OCD: https://atparentingsurvivalschool.com Join the AT Parenting Community (A membership designed to support parents raising kids with anxiety or OCD): https://atparentingcommunity.com Take one of my FREE webinars: www.Natashadaniels.com/webinars Check out my books: www.Natashadaniels.com/books 🌸 Other social places I hang out: http://www.facebook.com/ATparentingSurvival http://www.pinterest.com/ATparentingSurvival http://www.instagram.com/ATparentingSurvival http://www.twitter.com/Parentingsurvival Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.