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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nneedofhelp 11/11/2008

It is rare that others take the time to ask that question! I dont have alot of friends and i know that ocd has taught me a lesson in empathy(your pain in my heart)! I cannot solve any problems but the one thing ocd has not robbed me of is my ability to listen and be compassionate! To tell a person to just do it is beyond me and solves nothing b/c if u could just do it, reason stands to believe that u would! Just know GOD is always compassionate and i in his image will strive to be the same!

deleted_user 11/11/2008

I approach OCD the same way I used to train for running. I never started out thinking running a marathon was even possible. I'd run half a block and get winded.

However, willingness to fight, patience when setbacks occur, and persistence can lead you to a vastly better quality of life. Or if you prefer another metaphor, think of chipping away little by little at a sculpture till it reveals the you that's possible.

Acceptance is important too because there will be days when you will get knocked down hard. However, it's important to keep striving and not get too high when you are doing well or too low when you have a bad day.

Blessings to all today--remember to pray for our veterans today..

deleted_user 11/11/2008

Thanks! This OC-er is pulling her carcass at a slow but steady pace, so I guess it's OK. Bless you for asking.c

deleted_user 11/11/2008

Thanks for asking.. everything is about the same nothing major has happened ..Thank goodness!!!! Lori

deleted_user 11/11/2008

Thank you for asking! My husband is away until tomorrow night so I have been trying to stay busy. I have been completely out of my routine with eating and excercise for about 5 days now so it is starting to effect my mood.

I also heard a song that brought me back to a SUPER tough time tonight, and it made me remember exactly how hard that was! But I didn't let it get to me.

I hope YOU are doing well!

deleted_user 11/12/2008

Thank you for asking. People rarely do.

Im getting there today. Had a bad day, but we will have bad days and good days. Im about to go to bed (its 11pm) and wait til tomorrow comes around so that it can be better. (Thats the way you ave to do it sometimes - just wait til tomorrow because its gonna be better, right?)

one step at a time.

deleted_user 11/12/2008

How completely selfish of me... How are you?

deleted_user 11/12/2008

Does anyone here have an issue with HOCD? I am really struggling right now.

deleted_user 11/12/2008

Everything is starting to feel better for me this week. It is a constant struggle, but we are all going to make it! Thank you for asking. How have you been doing?

nneedofhelp 11/12/2008

wow..its good so may responded and are doing well. I too am struggling everyday and its not easy when you dont have alot support. I have few people that help me out and i do appreciate but I try not to burden them. I am afraid that i wont make it. I dont eat enough and the reason why is b/c i suffer with agorophobia and i would prefer with me when I shop but its not always possible to have that assistance. I dont touch the food cases or the kiosk when I go to the walamrt so i get who ever is my personal assistant that day( my sister or a few friends) to do so. Its extremely difficult living this life. "The desire is strong but the flesh is weak" so says the bible and that is true. Does anyone else find that problem...getting others to help you?

deleted_user 11/12/2008

hey thanks for asking
im doing ok today...been getting thru things abit.Trying to let go more...
hope yr well...

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