I have a suggestion to share

[Ivory]

Hi everyone:

I understand it can be helpful to read the topics in this forum but why not try to reply too or start your own topic? This is my first one and it was pretty easy.

I hope this helps some people, especially others with ocd.

[ArchiveParticipant]

Hiya, and Welcome!

I am going to try and follow your lead… Try and do lot’s of posting… It helps the self as well. Writing is a great way to get thoughts out of our heads, and made tangible, without the need to try and remember everything.

A bedside to-do list written for things to do in the morning… I can then sleep, knowing that it can all be dealt with later, after a decent rest.

I find that, sitting in coffee shops can be a leveler for me. I hear others sharing with each other, many of the problems I too find, when trying to go about a day to day life. We are all stuck on this planet, each of us attempting to find our own way through. The basic problems seem universal to all, regardless of wealth or standing. As long as we can somehow have enough to eat, enough rest, and as little conflict as possible.

It is sad that social happenings are becoming status platforms.  There are so many people looking down on me, it is a wonder they don’t bang their heads on the ceiling, metaphorically speaking!

I would like to share biscuits…  Cheap ones… The virtue is in the sharing… Just like breaking of bread would be in religious circles.

It is better if we can share, after all, we all have certain things in common, simply by being people. All need comfort, warmth, food, air, water… Ideally, these would be the most available things to everyone, but of course they are not. But then, this is not an ideal world. Is an ideal world even possible? I wonder…

Wannabe

 

[Forum Moderators]

Hi:

Forum Moderators here – just checking in, as it’s been a while since we replied to your topic.

We want to be sure you know that, in addition to contacting the OCD Action Helpline and Email Service, you can visit our website’s Resources page: https://ocdaction.org.uk/resources/

You’ll find lots of helpful web-based resources on topics such as:

• An introduction to OCD
• Assessment and Diagnosis
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Exposure and Response Prevention
• Funding specialist treatment
• Getting a Yes from the NHS
• Good Quality CBT with ERP
• I am a parent of a young child
• Making the Most of Therapy
• Medication for OCD
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• Preparing for a GP Appointment
• Primary Care for Adults
• Reassurance seeking
• Secondary Care for Adult
• Student Space: Management and Keeping Well
• Support at University
• Support for Families and Carers
• Treatment Options
• Treatments Not Recommended for OCD
• What to Look for in a Therapist
• Your Journey through the NHS

[Forum Moderators]

Hello:

We’d also like you to know about this additional support OCD Action offers for you.

OCD Action Support Groups

Online Support Groups:

• Provide a safe and welcoming environment
• Allow you to connect with others and offer mutual support without judgement
• Are all peer led, assisted by a team of trained volunteers.

Who can join?

Anyone based in the UK and living with and/or affected by OCD or a related condition including:

• People who have these conditions, whether diagnosed or not
• Their parents, caregivers, partners and loved ones
• Students aged up to 25 in college / university/ other educational institutions
• Young people aged 16 – 17
• Young people aged 18 – 25

Types of groups

OCD Action offers specialised groups including:

• Pure O – General\Pure O – Intrusive Harm Thoughts
• Pure O – Scrupulosity & Morality
• Checking OCD
• Contamination OCD
• Perinatal OCD
• LGBTQ+ OCD
• Men’s OCD
• OCD for People of Colour
• BDD
• OCD & Autism
• OCD & Hoarding

What important details do I need to know?

• You can sign-up to a maximum of two groups initially. After attending at least once, you’re welcome to sign-up to another group
• Participation is easily accessible via Zoom, or
• If you don’t have internet access, we have a few phone support group places
• There is no charge to join
• Because of the high demand, please only sign up if you intend to use your place(s)
• To retain membership, you must attend a session at least once every three months

What are Navigating Services sessions?

As a Support Group member, you’ll be automatically be invited to monthly Navigating Services Sessions. Attendance is optional, and you’re free to opt out of the session mailing list at any time.

Led by our Helpline team, these sessions include:

• Information and support on accessing recommended treatments through the NHS and/or privately
• Opportunities to share lived experience of accessing support (for attendees or others)
• Answers to questions/concerns regarding recommended treatments and/or service provision

Want to know more about Support Groups?

For more information before you sign up:

• Email sign-up@ebtsupportgroups.co.uk
• Call 020 7253 5272
• See our website: https://ocdacti

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