I think I have OCD. I want to know for sure?
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Yes, this sounds like a case of OCD. It is characterized by unwanted thoughts that can interrupt your daily life. This site here...   \n\nhttp://www.mayoclinic.com/health/obsessive-compulsive-disorder/DS00189/DSECTION=2\n\nMight help you.
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Have you officially been diagnosed with OCD for these symptoms? The reason I ask is because your symptoms sound more like generalized anxiety disorder. \n\nOCD is an obsession with something (like germs) and acting on it in an exessive manner (like cleaning obsessively). However, your symptoms seem more like a fixated fear of HIV and substances that could spread the disease than the obsession and compulsion that is the trademark of OCD. \n\nI suggest talking to your doctor or psychiatrist about what you described here. He or she may decide to give you meds that will help with the anxiety related to these thoughts. \n\nHope this helps!
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric disorder, more specifically, an anxiety disorder. OCD is manifested in a variety of forms, but is most commonly characterized by a subject's obsessive (repetitive, distressing, intrusive) thoughts and related compulsions (tasks or rituals) which attempt to neutralize the obsessions.\n\nThe phrase "obsessive-compulsive" has worked its way into the wider English lexicon, and is often used in an offhand manner to describe someone who is meticulous or absorbed in a cause (Felix Unger). Such casual references should not be confused with obsessive-compulsive disorder; see clinomorphism. It is also important to distinguish OCD from other types of anxiety, including the routine tension and stress that appear throughout life. A person who shows signs of infatuation or fixation with a subject/object, or displays traits such as perfectionism, is not necessarily suffering from OCD, a specific and well-defined disorder.\n\n\nSee Symptoms and Causes by viewing link below. It's really too long to display.
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If you don't already know this, you may have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. OCD. \nI use to struggle with these invasive thoughts, too. Some I will not even mention, cuz to a reader who does not understand OCD, they would be horrified. \nThe psychologist who helped me showed me how to live with these thoughts. First of all, you cannot fight them to leave. You must simply give them a can of pop, and let them be there. Let them remain, and carry on with your day. Pushing them away will only intensify them. Just the same as having a sore neck or back. You cannot make it better, you have to let it remain, and carry on with your day. \nYou are not alone, and I am sorry that you are struggling. If you have not seen a therapist yet, I advise you to find one whose field is in OCD. They have studied this more than the average psychologist, and if you get one who knows about OCD, they can help you and change your life.\nI have empathy for you. I hear you and I hope things get better.
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OCD...Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.   Or perhaps you just have very high-strung expectations for yourself.  Many are obsessed with perfection although it doesn't make one mentally ill per say.
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you should probably talk to a doctor...it sounds something like ocd (obsessive-compulsive disorder)
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you may have OBD Obessive Behavior Disorder this can be helped by visiting your doctor, do you have any unresolved issues that you have repressed ?? If so your obsessions may be a way to forget about them and not deal with them.\n\nGet help before your obessions lead to destructive behavior
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I don't know what triggers your OCD but I have a problem with cleaning the house, I can't stand a dirty house so when I realiza I am getting obsessive over it, I grab a bottle of water and leave the house for a while. I keep telling myself that my house is not dirty and it it only the OCD talking not my common sense. I refuse to go back in the house till I drink at least half the water then, go in and refuse to do anything till the other half is gone. By then I hve found other things I can be doing and the worst is over. It is so hard at first but it gets easier.
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The only way to get an accurate diagnosis is to see a doctor or psychiatrist.  No one here (even though they sure try) can diagnose you as they are not medically qualified nor have they examined you and asked the necessary questions.\n\nThe good news is that IF you are diagnosed as OCD, there are treatments available.  Not everyone who checks a few times to see if a door is locked or does the same with the fridge is OCD.  So, please make an appointment and find out for sure.
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I know I'm crazy, do you know if your crazy?
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If you worry... A LOT... if you can't get things out of your mind... \n\nThere are many books about OCD.  You'd be surprised.  Check one out at the library.  Do a search on OCD.
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I'd have to say OCD... Obsessive Compulsive Disorder... because I don't know the specifics.
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It sounds like OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder)\nMany people have it to a certain degree or another. It's weird but harmless, unless it interferes with daily life. If these little rituals get in the way of a productive day, I suggest you see a specialist.
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My brother has OCD and I don't think that there is anything that you can do on your own. Remember OCD cannot be cured just treated. Advise: go to your psychiatrist and discus your options.
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I take like 5-10, I use alot...Alittle OCD here.
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You can't tell on your own unfortunately. If it's becoming a problem then talk to your doctor so both of you can figure out exactly what's going on. If you think something's not right, chances are you're right! So do something about it so you don't have to keep wondering if it's you or everybody around you.
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I have this.. And it's hard at times.. My family doesnt understand what casues it to happen, so I dont tell them a lot of it..\n\nSit down.. Make a list of the things that you Obsesive about.. And make a list why you feel this needs to be done..\n\nKeep adding to the list as you go.. When you are done making a list, read it over again out loud.. (Alone) \n\nList should be kinda like this..\n\n*Check doors of house to make sure they are locked! I check them 5 times before I go to bed.. Why do I need to check them so many times.. I feel that I forget that they are locked, or that I need to make sure I feel safe when I am sleeping.. How can I help check the doors less... \n\nI made a list to check off all the things that I do in a day. And make it so I can check my list when I head to bed. After I have checked my list off, and got in bed, I read my list, to make sure that I remember I did them, and that they are done.. Then I put the list down and go to sleep.. During the night if I wake up worrying about something, I read my list..\n\nThis has helped me over come many things that I do, and or have done in the past..