In this powerful episode, singer and former American Idol finalist Daniel Gokey reveals what he calls his “deep, dark secret”—scrupulous OCD. For the first time publicly, he shares how obsessive religious thoughts convinced him he was beyond forgiveness. Dr. Amen explains this misunderstood OCD subtype and how Gokey’s brain scans uncovered the root of his terrifying thoughts—and helped chart a path to overcoming scrupulosity.
00:00 Intro
01:17 Sponsor
02:26 Daniel/Scrupulous OCD
05:22 OCD and Sin
08:36 Fear of Damnation
12:41 Compulsive Behaviors
16:14 Thought Discipline
20:40 The Concept of “Normal”
22:10 Medication & Supplements
23:55 Trauma
26:59 First Wife’s Death
30:16 ADD
31:21 The 4 Circles
37:56 Daniel’s SPECT Scan (Surface)
39:55 Daniel’s SPECT Scan (Active Interior)
44:47 Improving Daniel’s Brain
48:23 Sponsor
49:49 Wrap Up
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