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.
Hi everybody. I have been viewing the OCD forum for almost a year now and have found it extremely helpful for the management of my OCD. I have just now become a member. I have a history of contamination obsessions, checking rituals, and violent/sexual obsessions. I am also a clinical social worker treating clients with mental illness and often become frustrated because I feel that if I can help them I should be better able to manage my own illness. Lately the struggle has been with contamination. It is the fear of germs but also that everything is not as clean and as "perfect" as they should be. It is an ongoing struggle as you all know. Any suggestions would be helpful.
I'm super glad you decided to join. I too suffer from most of the things you mentioned. I am on medication right now which helps, but does not absolve all of the fears. I think you will find this site extremely helpful!