<p>OCD often has little to do with the fear of germs. In fact, the number one compulsion is avoidance. For example, a child may experience anxiety around school. Natalia Aíza, LPC discusses common misconceptions, treatment options, and typical outcomes.</p> <p><strong>OCD in Children with ADHD: More Resources</strong></p> <ul> <li><strong>Download:</strong> <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/download/ocd-and-adhd/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">How Are Symptoms of OCD Different from ADHD?</a></li> <li><strong>Read:</strong> <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/does-ocd-always-come-with-anxiety/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Does OCD Always Come with Anxiety?</a></li> <li><strong>Read:</strong> <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/living-with-ocd-teen/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">“I’ve Called My OCD Compulsions ‘Screaming Mimis’ Since I Was 7”</a></li> <li><strong>eBook:</strong> <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/product/9-conditions-diagnosed-with-adhd/?src=podcast" target="_blank" rel="noopener">9 Conditions Often Diagnosed with ADHD</a></li> </ul> <p>Access the video and slides for podcast episode #526 here: <a href="https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/ocd-in-children-with-adhd/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.additudemag.com/webinar/ocd-in-children-with-adhd/</a></p> <p>This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at <a href="http://betterhelp.com/additude" target="_blank" rel="noopener">betterhelp.com/additude</a> and get on your way to being your best self.</p> <p>Thank you for listening to ADDitude's ADHD Experts podcast. Please consider subscribing to the magazine (<a href="https://www.cambeywest.com/subscribe2/?p=ADD&f=paidnew" target="_blank" rel="noopener">additu.de/subscribe</a>) to support our mission of providing ADHD education and support.</p>