Cancer diagnosis and OCD

[skippy1959Participant]

I have just received a cancer diagnosis and as of this wasn’t bad enough to process and come to terms with it had brought back all my OCD that I have successfully managed since my father died 5 year ago which was the last major OCD crisis.

does anyone else have experience of cancer and ocd . I know I am here looking for reassurances and support but I am feeling very alone at the moment

[johna2Participant]

I have found, in my own case, that ocd tends to spike at times of crisis, so I can understand where you are coming from with this.

Sorry to hear of your sufferings.

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Hi:

We’re sorry you’re going through a difficult time with OCD and we want you to know that OCD Action offers several types of support for you.

You can contact the OCD Action Helpline and Email Service to talk to or email someone who understands OCD.

Our Helpline volunteers provide confidential information and support for people with OCD. Most volunteers have personal experience of OCD; all understand how it can impact your life. Contact our Helpline by:

• phone: 0300 636 5478
• email: support@ocdaction.orguk

Support groups for people with OCD offer a safe place where you can talk openly about OCD and support other people. Read information about UK-based groups here:

• OCD Action Skype/Phone/Zoom support groups: https://ocdaction.org.uk/i-need-support/ocd-action-skype-phone-zoom-support-groups/

If you don’t live in the UK, look for groups near you on the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) website. Under “Find Help”, choose “Listing Types”, then “Support Groups”: https://iocdf.org/

And please remember that you’re never alone – OCD Action is here to support you.

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