Howie Mandel’s OCD: Traumatized by childhood sandfly bite | Forward Progress
Howie Mandel’s OCD: Traumatized by childhood sandfly bite | Forward Progress  
Podcast: In Depth With Graham Bensinger
Published On: Thu Apr 02 2026
Description: Howie Mandel goes in depth about his early experiences with OCD, sharing how his wife Terry, along with medication and therapy, have been vital in keeping him alive. He also reflects on the sense of contentment he feels with where he is in life today and how every day is a battle of fighting off darkness.