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Anxiety destroys a person. I, too, went through anxiety and realized that there is nothing worse than anxiety. Panic attacks are also an element of anxiety. We need to know how to control ourselves in those moments. It wasn’t drugs or other harmful things that helped me completely get rid of anxiety, but the therapy at [content removed by Moderators. Advertising for commercial, professional, private or other services not permitted on these forums.] The therapists here gave me all kinds of support, so that step by step I stopped experiencing anxiety. And I know it worked. For more than a year I don’t have any anxiety. I recommend that you take therapy as well. It will help you become more energetic and feel the desire to work.[Repeated content removed by Moderators.]

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Hi:

Forum Moderators here – just checking in, as it’s been a while since you posted your topic.

We want to be sure you know that, in addition to these forums, you can contact our friendly and helpful volunteers at the OCD Action Helpline and Email Service,

You can also 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
• Making the Most of Therapy
• Medication for OCD
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• reparing for a GP Appointment
• Primary Care for Adults
• Reassurance seeking
• Secondary Care for Adult
• >Support for Families and Carers
• Treatment Options
• Treatments Not Recommended for OCD
• What to Look for in a Therapist
• Your Journey through the NHS

We hope you find this helpful!

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Hi:

We’re sorry you’re having many issues with OCD. And we want you to know that OCD Action offers other 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:

• Local independent support groups: https://ocdaction.org.uk/i-need-support/local-support/
• 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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