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@theseocdcompulsions
Hi! How are you? Still active? I hope you're doing okay and that lotsa good things happen to you! ❤
Hello! Yes the blog is still active, I just haven’t been posting much because I’ve been really busy with uni and life. I’ll come back on more regularly as soon as I can because I do miss it hahaThank you! xo
Hi was just wondering if anyone else picks up more obsessions just by reading other people's? It happens to me and my OCD seems to be spiralling out of control.
Yep this can definitely happen, you’re not alone xx
So what is Pure “O” OCD? It is when we have obsessions without the physical compulsions of traditional OCD. These obsessions usually present themselves as intrusive thoughts, images or urges. The reason this is so distressing is because these thoughts usually go against who we are, or what we believe to be right and moral. They are usually violent or sexual in nature and leave us worried that we may actually be capable of acting some of these thoughts out. Due to the distress and upset caused by these thoughts, many with pure “o” will try to avoid any triggers for their thoughts. If they find it happens most when they are driving, they will stop doing that. They will even avoid entire topics or thoughts that have caused an intrusive thought or image in the past. This can be very debilitating and make it very difficult for us to live our lives.
Since these thoughts are upsetting and usually violent or sexual, it can also cause some other cognitive compulsions, like rumination. Once we have had these thoughts or images, we then can’t stop worrying that we are possibly bad or capable of doing these things. Our mind will argue back and forth causing extreme anxiety. But don’t fret, there are treatment options! Lots of them! CBT is a treatment great option, as well as CT (cognitive therapy). These are great because they help us change those terrifying thought cycles that we can get stuck in (rumination as well as avoidance). Also, there is exposure and response prevention therapy or ERP. This helps us be around triggering events or topics and slowly calm ourselves down without using our compulsion. It slowly lessens the anxiety around the obsession and removes the power is has over us.
Many people report that SSRI’s or SNRI’s have helped them, so if you are interested in this, please see a psychiatrist to see if this is an option for you. Lastly, there is a new therapy option called ACT or acceptance and commitment therapy that was created specifically for pure “o” OCD.
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hi I had question, I know I have ocd (ik you don't really know until you actually get diagnosed, but I've taken all the quizzes and tests and they all say yes), but I don't even know how to get therapy or where to look for therapists, any advice?
Hello! The way I see it, there are a couple of different routes you could take.
The first one would be to just go to your GP, tell them what you’ve told me, and ask if they can refer you to a therapist who specialises in OCD.
The second option would be to look up OCD therapists in your area and call them up to talk about going in to see them. Where I live we have this organisation called the APS and on that website we can look up therapists who specialise in different things. So look around to see if your country has a similar psychological organisation (Australian website, US website, past these I’m not sure).
In conjunction with therapy, you could also have a look for some OCD workbooks that you can get and work through at home or with your therapist.
Let me know if I can be of any more help xo
Hi! I have recently diagnosed with ocd and I'm starting CBT in a few weeks time, but I haven't been coping at all lately. My friend recently tried to commit suicide and since then in every situation I am in, I start visualising things going wrong.. Which I always do .. But now it's the people around me getting into a car crash when we're driving or being hit crossing the road and I can't stop seeing it. Does anyone else experience this and do I need medication? Just a bit lost at the moment :( x
Whilst your recent experiences might be to do with your OCD, it can also be a fairly common response following trauma (which in your situation would be your friend trying to kill themselves) and for those who have PTSD.
You may or may not need medication, and it’s entirely up to you whether you want to start taking it or not.
There are definitely other people who experience this, you are not alone xo
I don't know if I have ocd or not but I can't stop myself looking up symptoms and taking tests because it's making me so anxious, I suffer from anxiety disorders and I've thought before that I might have ocd but I've never realised that the impulsive thoughts and rituals I have to do aren't normal and that other people don't do them, I've started having to constantly wash my hands a lot to feel clean and safe, any advice? thank you
My advice would be to talk to someone you trust about how you’re feeling. They can be there to support and help you through what you’re going through.
I would also recommend that you look for a therapist or counsellor who specialises in OCD. But if you don’t feel up to doing that yet there is a free workbook here you can check out.
It’s always best to start getting help sooner rather than later. You should be proud of yourself for reaching out, and I’m so sorry it took such a long time for me to answer your message!
For those who have the compulsion to scroll back up on webpages - not sure if this will help, but oftentimes there are page shortcuts for things like this that such as on Safari, tumblr mobile and desktop that can save you time. I can clarify how to use them if needed, though you can also look up cool tricks and learn about even more online. Hope that helps!
Thank you for this tip! xo
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I've been diagnosed with OCD so I know it's a symptom, but I was wondering if other people did it. I always have to scroll all the way down to the bottom, then all the way back up, or else it's gonna bother me bad. Do other people do this?
I do this too! Anyone else?
I don't touch any food I will eat with my right hand because it could be dirty and I count steps in threes like 123. If a place I go to does not have a number of steps divisible by three I will view it as bad luck or go home. Do you think I have ocd?
I can’t tell you whether or not you have OCD, but what you are describing do sound like OCD symptoms. I would suggest going to see a doctor about it so you can get the help you need. Before you go you could also do some of the following online tests to show them
OCD Types This is a really great website, and my advice is probably to do this test first as it seems to be the most thorough and informative.
Psych Central 20 questions. Fairly brief, but still useful.
Anxiety Centre More about obsessive thoughts rather then compulsions.
OCD LA List of 30 compulsions/obsessions and you just check which ones apply to you. You have to put your email at the bottom. I think what happens is that you are contacted by someone who runs the website.
OCD Action This is also a really good one to do as if focuses on all areas of OCD in sections.
Beyond OCD 20 questions, looks good but I haven’t really looked through it
Hi!this past week has been very hard,since my mom has gotten a minor health issue. However,everytime she brings it up,there's a small voice in my head that replies mean things to her. For example,if she's telling me it hurts,my head starts to think that she deserves it or that she is going to die. It's making me go absolutely crazy,since I don't mean these thoughts at all but they feel real,as my ocd tells me they are. I wanted to know if these types of thoughts are normal for someone with ocd +
+thank you in advance
I’m not sure how common it is, but I definitely get this all the time with my OCD, and I know that many other people do too.
It makes you feel like the most horrible person in the world because your head starts telling you that you want all these bad things to happen to people you love when it isn’t true at all.
You are most definitely not alone <3
Hi. I've been suffering from intrusive thoughts for awhile now. Seeing a therapist and meds are not an option for me. Do these thoughts just go away on their own?
If it’s to do with OCD, no, unfortunately they probably won’t. If you don’t have any compulsions then you may be looking at the Pure-O type of OCD. If you can’t get to see a therapist or take medication at the moment then I would suggest looking into (free) online programs or finding an OCD workbook to work your way through. Some suggestions (all free)...
OCD Challenge Â
Mood Juice OCD Workbook Â
Mental Health Online OCD Program (they have lots of different programs for different disorders, so just select for OCD once you get in)
Let me know if you need anymore help xx
So, I freaked out the other night because my girlfriend wouldn't give me an exact date range of when she will propose. My OCD flared and I was so so so anxious that I broke up with her. Now, I asked to get back together and explained that it was just an OCD flare up, but she needs to think about it. She said she would let me know tomorrow. Again, the lack of certainty really fuels my OCD. Any advice on getting through the night? Is it enabling to ask for a date range on something like that?
Thinking about it logically (because lets be honest, OCD can be pretty illogical), it probably is a little bit much to ask her for a specific date range in which she will propose to you.
However, it’s really not something she should refuse to get back together with you over. You’d think that she’d be willing and open to talking about what happened between the two of you because it’s not like you were asking for no reason, it’s a big part of your OCD.
As for getting through the night, try and get some sleep. I know it’s not as easy as it sounds but maybe do some meditation, watch some ASMR videos, try and relax yourself. We can’t have important discussions when we’re tired because we just get more angry more easily.
I’m so sorry that you’re having to go through this, but know that I’m here for you if you want to talk about it any more. I can understand where you’re coming from because I have the same thing with lack of certainty xx
Hey! I feel like I have OCD but I don't know if maybe I'm just like being dramatic. It's really interfering with my life but I don't want to go to the doctor and waste my money on a consultation (or whatever it is) to get a diagnosis if I'm not even fully convinced myself. What should I do, or how do I become sure enough that I do or do not have OCD to decide about the doctor?
You could do a few online screening tests and if you score moderate/highly in those you could take them to show to your doctor. Here is a list of some you could do (don’t feel like you have to do all of them):
OCD Types
Psych Central
Anxiety Centre
OCD LA
OCD Action
Beyond OCD
If it’s interfering with you rlife enough that you are worrying about it and searching for answers then there probably is something going on. I know the uncertainty is hard because you don’t want to waste your money, but it’s probably best that you reach out and get the help you need xx
I have derma (dermatillomania), is that considered a type of ocd?
OCD actually falls within a group of mental disorders known as Obsessive-Compulsive & Related Disorders. Other mental illnesses that also fall in this group include Body Dysmorphic Disorder, Hoarding Disorder, and Trichotillomania.
According to the DSM-5 Dermatillomania is actually called Excoriation and is considered an Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder.
So sorry for the very late reply! xx
I think I may have OCD and OCPD from what I've read on your blog. Is it possible to be affected by both of these conditions?
Yes, according to the DSM-5 it’s possible to have both OCD and OCPD. Let me know if you want any further information on this xx
I've been looking at this blog for less than a minute and I love it already.
I’m so glad :)
