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Hi

Recently diagnosed with ocd, I have a multitude of obsessions

The number of obsessions concerns me, can anyone advise whether they are in a similar position ? And is growing

Also I have just developed one off words or phrases as obsessions

Cheers

John

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Hi, I’m recently diagnosed too last month my ocd became very severe. I’m in a similar position too I have a big number of checking compulsions/rituals I have to do. I’ve also found myself replacing old compulsions with new ones. I also have phrases and one off words I have to keep on repeating until it feels right, I don’t know if that’s similar to what you’re doing?

CBT is seen to be the most effective treatment in helping OCD, have you tried contacting someone to get more advice on that?

I’m currently on medication but I haven’t been on it long enough to have an effect yet, however I have some coping methods to get my mind off things. I try to do my hobbies and keep in touch with friends everyday on our group chat. I also, meditate and have a journal to write down my obsessive thoughts. You should tell your doctor or a mental health professional though as they’ll be able to help you in the best way, to help ease your obsessions.

I hope this helps (:

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TheOCDfight

Hi,

I can help you. What are your obsessions and your compulsions?

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Sallyskins

That's the nature of OCD; it likes to expand and creep into all corners of our lives. But it can be checked and controlled. CBT or cognitive behavioural therapy can help a lot to curtail the spread and regain ground, so if you've not been referred for this, then ask. There is usually a wait, particularly with the Coronavirus, but you can make a start by purchasing a self help book that uses CBT and get started on your own.

Meds can also help. They are not an instant cure and take a few weeks before you start feeling the effect, but they do go a long way to making you feel more able to tackle the OCD. They are best used alongside the CBT.

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Swimming246

Hi..im same as you..its awful..put on medication for anxiety which makes my ocd worse .. i keep wanting to say words or mutter things out loud..i check things constantly too and go into a daze..hate it..

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