Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Support Group

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.

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silverlight 04/03/2018

i have 90% Pure Obsessional OCD,and my thoughts intrude on me whenever i go outside...

i have a "voice" (not pyschosis,this is an inner voice in my head,not one coming from the outside)....

This voice comments on everything and everyone i pass...i just went to the corner store for my daily Gatorade,(i need it because i have anorexia,and i have to keep my electrolytes up...)

(And my eating disorder is closely tied to my OCD)

It is maddening.

It makes me avoid going into the Outside World.

It is so loud and despite the fact i am on a lot of meds and have a wonderful pdoc/tdoc,it does not stop.

I don't know what i am looking for in posting this-just support i suppose.

Thank You for reading if you have.

rosecandy 04/03/2018

I definitely don't have pure O (I am a mess of compulsions, but I'm getting better with CBT), but OCD has caused me to isolate myself a lot. You're definitely not alone.

You have my support! If you ever need to talk, I'm here.

Keephope321 04/03/2018

I have pure o too & it's terrible. I agree the voice is SO loud it makes it impossible to focus & be in the present moment.

I would do anything for it to shut up for one day. Just one, would be an amazing relief. I also suffered with anorexia in the past & as you said it's linked to ocd.

I hope you can find some relief here & some peace of mind. If nothing else, know that you're not alone.

silverlight 04/03/2018

rosecandy-Thank You for your reply....i'm so sorry you hare plagued by your compulsions,but i am glad they are getting better with CBT.....

KeepHope-Thank You for your reply...i am sorry you are trying to cope with intrusive thoughts as well...
i too wish they would stop for just one day...Thank You for your support.
i am sorry you can relate,but Thank You for helping me feel less alone with this.

SoakedinBleach90 04/06/2018

I have been through so many themes of OCD and pure O has been the absolute hardest for me too. It makes you want to stay away from anything that makes that voice go off. It's like walking on eggshells in your own mind. And trying to think your way out makes it worse. I'm so sorry you are going through that and know you can always reach out to me if you want or need to talk!

silverlight 04/06/2018

Thank You for your reply....

Although it is good to feel less alone in this,i hate that you are going through it too....

((((( hugs ))))

summerbabe88 04/07/2018

I suffer from this as well. It's a constant issue for me and I literally have the hardest time believing I'll be ok one day. I've been trying the SRB method... stop-refocus-breath & it helps a little. I'm in therapy and take celexa but I'm still not 100%. While I'm not anorexic I have this irrational fear that I'll stop breathing while I eat. I have to use a weight gainer to help. I am here if you ever need to talk !

silverlight 04/07/2018

i'm so sorry you are struggling with this as well... i've not heard of the SRB method...and i am glad it is helping you a bit.

Thank You for your support....

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