Caring for People With OCD After the Holiday Season?

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Looking after Loved Ones with OCD (And Yourself) During the Holiday Season…and Beyond!

 

Christmas and the entire holiday season are not over yet!

OCD Action knows this can be a time of mixed emotions for many – both people with OCD and their families, friends and carers. We at OCD Action understand this can present unique challenges for all of you.

While our forums don’t have a dedicated section for the holiday season, you can turn to our website for help.

tips for the holiday season

Note: these apply both to you, as a carer, and to your loved one(s) with OCD.

1. Make time for you: Be sure to find some time for yourself to do something you find relaxing or meaningful (even just for ten minutes a day) – this can help to ease stress.
2. Connect with others: If the holidays feel quite lonely, making living with someone with OCD , or OCD itself, more difficult to manage, think about who you might reach out to.
3. Avoid comparisons: When viewing social media, everyone else may seem to be having a great time, but comparison can cause additional pressure to get everything ‘right’. If you struggle with comparison, try to limit your social media usage.
4. Be gentle with yourself: OCD doesn’t have a day off at Christmas, so it’s OK if you’re not feeling the festive spirit. Try to be gentle with yourself and focus on what you’ve achieved.
5. Reach out for support: OCD Action’s services are open during the festive period, with slightly less availability than usual. As always, you can reach out if you need any support.

For more details on looking after yourself and those you care for during this season, visit:

• This page on our website https://ocdaction.org.uk/looking-after-yourself-this-christmas/ (Note: it is from 2022, but the content remains relevant in 2024…and beyond!)
• the OCD Action Facebook page

OCD Action wishes you and your friends and family all the best for the holiday period, the rest of 2024 and all of 2025!

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