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Child OCD vs Autism: Understanding the Key Differences

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Is it autism or OCD? Sometimes the behaviors can look so similar, it’s hard to tell. In this episode of the AT Parenting Survival Podcast, I break down the key differences between autism and child OCD — and why understanding the distinction is crucial for getting the right support.

You’ll learn:

  • Why repetitive behaviors show up in both autism and OCD (but for very different reasons)
  • How motivation, awareness, and sensory issues help differentiate the two
  • Why misdiagnosis can delay effective treatment
  • What to do if your child has both autism and OCD

If you’re feeling confused or overwhelmed, you’re not alone — and getting clarity is the first step toward helping your child thrive.

To learn more about how to support kids with OCD, regardless of an Autism diagnosis, check out my online course, How to Teach Kids to Crush OCD.


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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.

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Is it autism or OCD? Sometimes the behaviors can look so similar, it’s hard to tell. In this episode of the AT Parenting Survival Podcast, I break down the key differences between autism and child OCD — and why understanding the distinction is crucial for getting the right support.

You’ll learn:

  • Why repetitive behaviors show up in both autism and OCD (but for very different reasons)
  • How motivation, awareness, and sensory issues help differentiate the two
  • Why misdiagnosis can delay effective treatment
  • What to do if your child has both autism and OCD

If you’re feeling confused or overwhelmed, you’re not alone — and getting clarity is the first step toward helping your child thrive.

To learn more about how to support kids with OCD, regardless of an Autism diagnosis, check out my online course, How to Teach Kids to Crush OCD.


***


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.

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