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OCD problems...
See, I think I have OCD, and it really bugs me. It's starting to interfere with alot of things. Like when I pray at night, I feel the need to repeat some lines several times, and I always have to have my TV remote facing a certain way exactly, and all this other stuff, it's really bugging me, I have talked to my parents about it before but they don't really seem to get how much it interferes with my life, because most of the stuff I do is behind their back, like rearranging stuff and whatnot...
What I want to know is do any of you have OCD and what are some of your symptoms (if you feel comfortable sharing)? And where did you go to get tested for it, if you're undergoing treatment what kind and is it helping? Thanks so much if you help, I will rate if it's good advice!
Thx <3 --- Christeena
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okay, i have OCD, and what i usually do when not on medication is i count. i count my number of steps from one room to another, i make sure i step only in the squares of a tiled floor, not on the lines. i also have to make sure it is even numbers. sometimes, i have to have two pieces of candy instead of one, for example. i was diagnosed with it(i'm sorry i can't give you more info on how i got diagnosed) and now i take a drug called Lexapro that helps control my need to do things in such order. also, it takes a certain amount of self control, you have to want to be able to change it, otherwise it will completely take over your life, and i already know you don't want that. if you ever have anymore questions, my email address is on my advice column, so feel free to email me whenever you want. i'm always here to help and listen to any problems you have. i'll even be here every step of the way if need be. hope i helped, and i'll hear from you soon, later,
Kat
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Ronlina's advice seems sound to me. I just wanted to add that what distinguishes you from the other people who posted is that you feel this is causing a problem in your life.
Even if you did the exact same things, if they weren't causing a problem, you wouldn't need to "fix" them, even if they were considered a bit odd.
Good Luck!
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You should talk to your doctor about this next time you go, or else call him or her. Not to mention, if you have a school counceler (if you are in school), tell them about your problem. OCD requires therapy and re-adjusting your mind. If your condition is really interfearing with aspects of your life, get help.
These links seem really helpful and give lists of symptoms and otehr information for you:
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There's also an online support group for people with OCD:
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Catching this while it's early is a really good step.
If no one believes you, get to know what your illnes is and list your symptoms and what you want to do about it. The fact that you realize you have a problem is great, now all you need is the help you've got to ask for.
good luck.
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OCD- obsessive compulsive disorder.
What you said ARE the symptoms for it; all OCD is is simply obsessing. Most good students, doctors, and detailed reporters and such have a little OCD, compelling them to do better. There is medicine you can take, but it IS normal(sort of), and a lot of people have it. If it interferes that much, corner your parents, and tell them how much it's stressing you out! Ask if you can get therapy or something of the likes of it.
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I dont really know to much about this particular disorder..so I went to the web!
Heres what causes it
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Different treatments
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hone treatments
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Sorry I wasn't a big help with this one. best of luck babe!!!
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my old biology teacher had really really bad OCD. In his room, everything was labeled and the board was always clean. He cleaned his board with soapy water and a sponge (which he cleaned after cleaning the board) after every mark he put on it. Every mark was also done with a ruler unless it was written, then it was in caps. I don't think he really realizes what he's been doing which is the worst sort of OCD.
Generally, it's not something that's disruptive or bad. I would embrace your OCDness. Everyone's a little OCD. I use plastic bags and tupperware in my lunch box so things don't get crushed and I don't have to wash the tupperware. So I wouldn't worry too much if I were you.
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