My Journey With OCD by Steve Amoia

Author Steve Amoia presents his comprehensive and brutally honest story in My Journey With OCD, tackling the ins and outs of this surprisingly common condition, yet one that remains stigmatized and poorly understood in many circles. Most powerfully, this account examines some of the obstacles – personal, psychological, emotional, and sexual – that keep people from seeking help. Some of the prose could be tightened up or slimmed down with a careful edit, as there are important points that are overshadowed in repetition or circuitous language. However, Amoia lays out the science in a clear and accessible way, supporting it with references throughout the text, while also baring his own soul and experiences for significant emotional impact. Ultimately, this brief read is an important, engaging, and visceral revelation about an often misunderstood condition.