Obsessive - Compulsive

[anamlaag]

I think I really have a problem about my behavior and it's really getting worse. It's like, I need to do things over and over again because if I don't, it will be stuck on my brain until I do it. I can't even breath normally. For example, for clicking the buttons on my phone, I need to press the button for 10 times so that I will get a sigh of relief. I don't understand. Even on other things, checking all the appliances, the door for too much, for too many times. I hate it, but I can't breath if I try to stop myself from doing the particular thing over and over again. What should I do?

[CazO46]

It sounds like you know that your fears and thoughts are becoming hard to cope with and I would really recommend you go and see a Dr to discuss. They might suggest some ongoing support to help you manage the anxiety and 'obsessive' behaviour that you might be using to make yourself feel safe. Lots of people experience these types of anxieties, you are not alone, best wishes.

[hypercat54]

Hi it sounds like you have OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) which is a symptom of anxiety. You need to seek medical help for a proper diagnosis and help.

Also google Magical Thinking as this is very much a part of it. x

[J760]

I agree with hypercat. It sounds like OCD and maybe OCD personality disorder because you have the compulsions too. I was diagnosed with OCD not quite a year ago. Find a good psychiatrist who treats OCD and a counselor who specializes in treating OCD. I hope thing go well for you.