i am suffering from OCD , can any one tell me why it happens ?
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No one really knows for sure.  It's thought to be a combination of things from the way your brain behaves to the way you were raised.  We just don't know.\n\nI take it you haven't been formally diagnosed.  If not, please talk to your doctor.  There's nothing to be ashamed of and your doctor won't judge you.  Here's a link to help you understand a little of what you may be dealing with:
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See your doctor. Honestly. If you're noticing a compulsion to eat that's different than you normally feel, there could be an underlying cause for it. And hey, I'd feel better if you ask your doctor than some of the putzes that post answers here. :)
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Maybe you're tired or on medication that is affecting you. Some medications can give paranoia, and being tired sure can, too! :-)
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U suffer from hypochondria
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If you are worried, call your doctor.\nMy guess is that most of us have some degree of OCD and learn to live with it.\nWhen any behavior interferes with your quality of life (getting so tired, you give up) on a regular basis, you may want to get some professional advice on how to re-direct your thoughts.
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OCD Obsessive compulsive disorder.
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Maybe it is some kind of hallucination.. You may wish to see a psychologist about it. Certain illness might trigger it..
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I don't think people can have selective OCD. If at the start of the school year you are early and doing well, then get later and later and drop out, that doesn't sound like OCD. OCD is something that you cannot control on your own. It is not suspended due to motivation for a period of time. It sounds more like you may have ADD or issues with self-discipline. If you really think you have OCD, see a psychiatrist. They can help you with medication and therapy. You are not doomed to a life of being uneducated or poor whether you have OCD or not. You can get help if you really want it.
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hmmm....there could be many reasons why this is happening. It could just be the way your system works, or it could be a medical problem like overactive thyroid or even Crohn's disease.  Please make an appointment with your doctor and discuss this with him/her.  It's probably nothing, but they're the health care professionals and this is their field of expertise.  I would strongly recommend finding out why this happens to you.
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Certain people are predisposed to have an obsessions and other persistent and recurrent thoughts or feelings (obsessive behaviors are compulsions)\n\nIf you're one of the unlucky members of the population that have obsessions, you might have noticed that you get big and little obsessions\n\nWhat you do about it depends on how much you want to be emotionally available to other people...\n\nIf you are born into a family where there's enough dysfunction to go around--say, compulsive drinking, compulsive lying--you might want to enter into a supportive or therapy group where people give one another feedback...modify your behavior accordingly\n\nIf obsession is because of the environment you were raised in, you might want to enter into a relationship or friendship, with someone, with a commitment to mutual personal growth...negotiate obsessions as to whether you\nwant:\n(a) the other person's input, \n(b) nonverbal signals; and,\n(c) and hands-off category for certain obsessions that don't fit in the \n\nMake sure there are no physiological reasons for the obsessions; e.g., bipolar disorder or racing thoughts...if there are, see if you can get on medications that might give some relief help\n\nObsessions have contributed to some serious situations...e.g., people who commit suicide are likely to obsess about it before attempting it...cutting themselves off from people is both a symptom and a cause\n\nAn obsession can be traded for some other kind of persistent recurrent thought or feeling\n\nYou might want to play with the obsession:\n\n(1) exercise to the count of [how many syllables in the thing you're obsessed with]...\n\n(2) count the number of words [in the thought you're obsessing about] and create a distracting noise, slam a book on a desk, hit something or thump something with a pencil...each time you repeat the obsessive phrase, chop off the last word remaining until you've chopped off the 1st word\n"Why did he do this to me\n"Why did he do this to [slam]\n"Why did he do this [slam]\n"Why did he do [slam]\n"Why did he [slam]\n"Why did [slam]\n"Why [slam]"\n\nIf you've tried and tried to get rid of an obsession, you might want to develop a sense of humor about it, "Here's [your name] doing his or her obsession thing all over againI go all over again...Watch me get obsessed again" ;)
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I really want to help you with this question, but I don't think I have quite enough information.  Reoccurring thoughts leads me to believe there is at least a shadow symptom of obsessive compulsive disorder.  If I knew more about the situation I beleive I could help you better, but your problem is most likely from anxiety and you should be careful that you don't associate the feelings you have about the thoughts with something else.  This would cause a phobia.\n\nYou can try using positive or negative reinforcement in this situation.  That is rewarding yourself for not repeating the behavior or, encouraged moreso, punishing yourself when you do.  I don't mean anything harsh, but a simple rubberband snap or something like that can help you to slowly dismantle the habbit.  You can always go see a councelor as well, or even psychiatrist... If I knew more about the situation than my suggestions could be more pinpointed.\n\nDon't give into the people saying "tough it out" or anything like that.  That is tough to do and some problems are difficult for people who have not experienced something similar to comprehend.  Keep a positive attitude about it.\n\nI would like to be able to help more, but I can't... If you want to get in touch with me look me up through my avatar, I opened my email, just make sure to include something  about your message on here.
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everyone has some form of ocd. depends on the degree.\ni notice most successful people have ocd. that obsessive nature allows them too put more energy into something most "normal" people wouldn't.\ntry to channel that obsessive energy into something productive such as reading, playing and instrument etc.\nnothing wrong with ocd.\n\nstay away from meds. they  can make things a lot worse.
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I think it is because most of the poeple that have OCD also have social anxiety disorders and social pobias. And also most are constintly wondering if they did that one thing. Like with me I will set my alarm for the morning. I will check the time, then check it two more times, then move the alarm button make sure I moved it, check for the red light. Then I will lay down and still get up three more times to make sure. The stress is usually an anxiety that you didn't do something or didn't do it right.
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I would seek professional help before it gets worse. You are possibly experiencing anxiety, stress or a combination of both.Counseling might help . Good Luck
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It sounds like you truely do have OCD. I take it you are underage and cannot obtain medical treatment on your own. If your parents refuse to have you treated please go as soon as you become of age. It can be very sucessfully treated with medication and or therapy.\n\nthis is from a web site:\n\nWhat are obsessions and compulsions?\nObsessions are recurrent, persistent, unwanted ideas, thoughts, images or impulses that are experienced involuntarily, appear to be senseless, and feel out of control. They commonly intrude when you are trying to focus on thinking or doing other things. Obsessions are often accompanied by uncomfortable feelings, such as fear, disgust, doubt, or a sensation that things have to be done in a way that is "just so." \n\nSome common obsessions include: \n\nfear of danger to oneself or others \nfear of contamination \na need for exactness or order \nA compulsion is a repetitive behavior - a ritual - that you feel driven to do, and seemingly cannot stop doing. Compulsions occur as a result of obsessions and represent your attempts to manage your incessant thoughts by doing something to try to settle them. For example, if an obsessive worry is whether or not the door was locked, then a compulsive response might be to check the lock repeatedly. Some common compulsive behaviors are: \n\nexcessive checking \ncounting \nsilent repetition of words \nhand washing \ncleaning \n ordering / arranging \ntouching \npraying \nhoarding \n \n\nObsessions and compulsions range from mild checking behavior (did I lock the door?) to severe cases where you are unable to function based on compulsions having taken over normal life functioning. If we think of obsessive-compulsive traits and behaviors on a continuum of varying degrees and intensities, most people experience them with little or no negative consequence on their daily lives and relationships. \n\nWhen obsessions, compulsions, and perfectionist behaviors take up excessive time and significantly interfere with your daily life and relationships, it is time to seek help. When this occurs, the repetitive and seemingly out-of-control behaviors of obsession and compulsion may be indicative of a disorder that should be addressed with the help of a licensed professional. \n\nIf: \n\nyou feel unable to keep up with your normal appearance and behavior, \nyou can’t work, \nyou cut off connections with friends and families and are unable to socialize, or \nyou can’t take care of yourself and have trouble eating, sleeping, bathing, etc. \nit is time to seek help! \nBehavioral therapy with medications seems to offer the best long-term improvement for the treatment of OCD. Even though you probably realize that your anxiety and behaviors are excessive and irrational, changing them is not a simple matter. Most people with OCD require assistance from a qualified therapist.\n\nCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Generally viewed as the most effective form of psychotherapy for treating most anxiety disorders, CBT involves the use of such techniques as: \nthought-stopping \ngradual challenging of irrational behaviors \nidentifying triggers and separating them from the feelings of extreme fear and the desire to avoid certain situations \nsystematic desensitization focused on the physical sensations of your anxiety \n"post-modern" therapies (such as Narrative and Solution-Focused models), which may help by placing the symptoms outside you and allowing you to tell a new story about them. \nPsychoeducation: One of the difficulties with OCD is the confusion about this disorder. It is frustrating for the individual and family members to manage a situation that is so misunderstood. An early and important part of treatment is getting a good education in what is known about this disorder. \nMedications: Certain anti-depressants (usually SSRIs) or other anti-anxiety medications have had good success with many people who suffer from OCD. It appears that these medications act
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The urges that come with having Obsessive Compulsive Disorder can be extremely, if not impossible to over come on your own. OCD is a battle with your mind, it is a battle with yourself. It is thought that stress elevates the urges that come with OCD, but if you attempt to stop doing the routines and such, this will often stress you out more, causing the OCD to heighten. This is why it is so difficult to over come on your own, and listed by the World Health Orginization as one of the most frustrating disorders to live with, if left untreated. \n\nFor a description of treatment available for OCD and more information on the disorder refer to: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OCD#Treatment\n\nIt is also good, to keep a notepad and pencil nearby when at home, or carry one with you. When you the urge to do something, before or after you do it, write down what the urge was. Beside it, list the intensity of the urge to carry out the routine, from one to ten. Then at the end of the day, read through your notes, try to find some sense in why you shouldn't be doing these things. This will most likely only be a small solution, though. If you suspect you have this, if you already haven't, a Health Care Professional can be consulted on the matter.
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It is a nervous condition.  Really. Happens to me sometimes too. I find it useful to get away from the source of aggravation.