The Big Huge OCD Masterpost
What You Need to Know About OCDÂ (pdf brochure)
More Info About OCDÂ (great website to explore)
The International OCD Foundation Website
OCD in Children and Teenagers
Postpartum and Perinatal OCD
Scrupulosity (religious and moral obsessions)
About Violent and Sexual Obsessions
Related Disorders/Conditions
About Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Some websites for Skin Picking
Managing Your OCD at Home
Great Article on Intrusive Thoughts
Even More about Intrusive Thoughts
Finding the Right Therapist
Brain Surgery and Medical Device Options
The Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 Summary
The OCD Network (member applications available, but optional)
Remember, everyone has quirks, superstitions, habits, routines, etc. It doesnât mean you have OCD. It is when these rituals and habits must be done and interfere with your daily life, relationships, and cause distress when they cannot be performed.Â
OCD comes in all shapes and sizes, in all sorts of intensities. It can vary just as much as the people who have it vary from each other!Â
Self diagnosis is important because not everyone can afford and/or has the insurance to see a doctor or therapist! It might not be an option for some people for many reasons. Thatâs okay! In the meantime, if you think you have OCD, educate yourself on your potential disorder. Learning more about it is the most crucial step in keeping it in check. Â However, it is advised that if you believe you have OCD, you see a medical professional as soon as you are able, as it can help alleviate your suffering.
Iâm not a medical expert, Iâm just a young adult with OCD that manifested itself many years ago and I am currently being treated for it!Â