Self-help tips for mitigating mid-range OCD disorder

Neurofeedback is a type of biofeedback that shows you your brain activity in real-time and teaches you how to self-regulate it. Sensors are placed on your scalp to measure your brain’s activity, with the measurements displayed using video or sound. Changing your thoughts to change the readings associated with better mental states can shift you into a natural, healthier state of mind. The Muse headband gives you real-time feedback in your brainwaves while you meditate. You can see it at https://ymihealth.ca/products.

Light therapy is another natural therapy that you may be able to use to manage and treat OCD. See https://ymihealth.ca/products.

Exercise is another natural way to manage OCD. It’s easily accessible and free, and many experts recommend exercise as their primary piece of advice for better mental health. Studies have found that aerobic exercise can reduce OCD symptoms; including a report that after exercising for twelve weeks, participants reported fewer ODC symptoms with the benefits remaining for six months. Even just walking can reduce symptoms of OCD.

Music can have a calming effect and be very healing. It can naturally increase dopamine and oxytocin while reducing cortisol, and this may be why it has been shown to reduce OCD symptoms.