i brush for like 15 minutes.do i have ocd?
967628
Yes, and too much brushing is just as bad as not enough.
147581
Well if I had OCD, I think in order to help myself, I would gradually taper off on each thing I did that was compulsive...\nLike for an example, I would quit washing my hands so often or quit checking locks on doors or quit checking to see if I turned out lights or quit wiping down counters I already wiped, things like that...\nJust do your OCD things less each time you do them...
294112
Yes, it most certainly is.  Too much brushing can be abrasive to your teeth and gums.  It can wear down the enamel on your teeth and cause your gums to become sore and irritated.  Brush only 2-3 times per day for at least 2 minutes each time using a soft bristled toothbrush.  Brush in small circles or in a sweeping motion away from the gumline... brushing back and forth causes too much force and friction against the teeth and gums, once again contributing to abrasion.  Also, make sure to floss at least once a day and see your dentist every 6 months for regular cleanings and exams.
270970
I use a toothbrush and toothpaste
191930
My co-workers tease me about having OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) because I always clean when I get bored. \n\nOne day I was really bored and decided to tidy up my area. There was this huge cord that had been hanging under my counter top for a long time, so I got out the heavy duty scissors and went to work on it. I cut it clean off and tossed it in the garbage. Shortly afterward the phones quit workng along with the VISA terminal and some other important electronic equipment.\n\nI almost lost my job that day. The phone company had to repair the line and splice together over 100 tiny wires I had cut. \n\nThese days I just go out for a Latte.
900536
That has nothing to do with OCD. If you were obsessive-compulsive you'd have many obsessions that would take up a lot of your time and be in your thoughts a lot and you would have a hard time NOT doing them. Cleaning your butt well is not OCD.
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it take me atleast 15 minutes . i don't know why?????
747293
Hundreds of times, I think I do it more often than most beople, maybe I have an OCD.\n\nP.S. can anyone that sees this please click my name and answer my question.
364079
I've been there.  I have not been diagnosed with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder yet, but I do have trichtotillamania.  Trichtotillamania is very similar to OCD because the thoughts are repetitive.  Whenever I get stressed out, I HAVE TO pluck my hairs.  I am very obsessive about germs and counting, avoiding different things, eating an even number of M&M's or chips....making the table look perfectly even...doing things over and over.  I SHOULD be diagnosed, but it is not so much of a problem since it does not interfere with work or school.  Here's what I would recommend....since most people don't understand how the disorder works....\nObviously, try not to think about things, and if you do start thinking about doing something compulsive then you should focus on that and ONLY that, and do it.  It sounds like you aren't suffering from it as much as others that suffer from our problem.  Your treatment should take care of it, and, yes, it is normal for your therapist to be taking her time.\nAs far as depression goes, I was also diagnosed with manic depression.  My birthmother has bipolar disorder.  I'm not going into the differences.  However, I can tell you that Effexor XR helped me.  It may not help you because it depends on the meds they do put you on.  I had to counter the nervous effects of the antidepressant Effexor, with the anti-seizure medicine Neurontin.  So....let your psychiatrist decide what is best for you.  Do not stop taking your pills and tell your therapist if you feel any different.  Keeping a journal will help you keep track.  I hope this helps.  Good luck!
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It just sounds like your OCD is getting too in the way of things.  Have you considered a self-help group?  If yu go to my blog I have several websites that might point you in the right direction.
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COULD BE BRUSHING TO HARD! TRY A SOFTER BRISTLE AND USE WARM WATER NOT COLD
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Yes, that does sound like you might have some form of obsessive compulsive disorder. If it is getting in the way of your everyday life you should see a psychiatrist, there are medications(like luvox) and counseling to treat this.
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It's time for a visit to your dentist   You can brush 24 hours a day and still miss what a dentist can get at with his tools.  Also, you might be brushing improperly.  Tell your dentist this problem and let him have a look.
926326
i brush and floss after every meal 3 - 5 times a day
867134
It's perfectly natural! \nJust enjoy your little obsession and don't take it too seriously!
307008
it doesn't matter if you brush all the way until your doc appt. he will still be able to tell or not if you have been brushing your teeth.It also does have something to do with your families backround(sometimes not all the time) kids will take after parents  start brushing 3 times a day but use a sensitive toothpaste because since you don't always brush your gums may be sensitive now just watch out if your gums start to bleed hope this helps !!!!
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You have a compulsive obsessive disorder. Don't let it carry you away my friend, it can and will control you just like an obsessive boyfriend.\n   See a doctor first. Then lets get down to facts. If you've cleaned the mold out from between the bathroom cracks, cleaned the floors with a detergent and the toilet seats, the stool, in and around everything, you'll get almost 100% of anything that can harm you. The same in the kitchen. Don't leave scrap food around, your garbage has to go out at night, etc.\n   Clean up your dirty clothes, wash them, etc. normal household cleaning will do most of it including vacuuming.\n   Don't get too carried away and become obsessive. Don't drive people away. Remember, see the doctor, tell him your desires. In the lab we use a 10% solution of bleach for bacterial control, let it air dry but, this isn't all that necessary in the home.