Turtles All the Way Down: A Thought-Provoking Portrayal of OCD

Hey everyone! I recently came across an insightful article on Popsugar discussing the portrayal of OCD in the book ‘Turtles All the Way Down.’ It’s great to see mental health being represented in literature, especially in such a relatable way. I love how the author delves deep into the main character’s thoughts and emotions, providing a window into her struggles with OCD. It’s a great reminder of the importance of understanding and empathy when it comes to mental health issues. Have any of you read this book? What are your thoughts on how OCD is portrayed in it?

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Hey, that’s awesome that you came across that article! I haven’t read ‘Turtles All the Way Down’ yet but I’m definitely intrigued now. It’s so important to have accurate and relatable portrayals of mental health in literature, so I’m glad to hear that this book does a good job. I’ve struggled with OCD myself, and it’s always a comfort to see representation in media. It really does help to increase understanding and empathy for those of us dealing with mental health issues. Thanks for sharing the article, I’m definitely adding this book to my reading list now!