Since she fell into the mud in front of the whole class, Zita sees dirt and bacteria everywhere. And although she takes good care and washes herself constantly, her fear of dirt and her washing obsession increases. One day, when Zita is too tired to get out of the bathtub, her parents take her to a therapist. In the therapy Zita learns playfully how to become the master of the tyrannical »compulsion monster«.

With empathetic and at the same time cheeky illustrations the book describes the triggers, aggravation and treatment of a child’s obsessive-compulsive disorder and can be used as a mgood therapy companion. The encouraging story helps children – and parents – to gain strength against the bossy »compulsion monster«.

With downloadable materials to support (exposure) therapy.