OCD Tips?

[panicajackParticipant]

Hey,

Having an ‘episode’ of OCD type thoughts right now where I’ve seen something on tv about a guy who had problems with his girlfriend and it later turns out he’s wrong and I’m finding ways to relate that to my own life and it’s causing me a great deal of anxious type thinking and feelings that I’m lying to myself that I’m wrong too. I think this has always been my main worry/doubt, that I’ve been lying to myself. Does anyone have any tips on how to deal with OCD? It’s been bothering me for so long now. I’m at the point where I’m doubting that I have OCD and I’m in denial, how does one ever know? I have no desire to be different (I mean that’s what I think I’m pretty sure of… – always have that doubt) and I wasn’t always this way. I think I had a thought one day and it never went away as I was so so worked up about it and my brain has had it on repeat for so long. Any help is appreciated. I want to beat this.

[Forum Moderators]

Hi

Forum moderators here; we’re sorry you’ve been going through a difficult time and haven’t had many replies yet. Please don’t take this personally or ever think you’re alone – if you look at the forums, you can read other users’ topics that are similar to yours.

You can also contact the OCD Action Helpline to talk to or email someone who understands OCD.

Our Helpline volunteers provide confidential and unbiased help, information and support for people with OCD (and anyone who thinks they may have OCD). Most volunteers have personal experience of OCD; all understand OCD and how it can impact your entire life.

Contact our Helpline by:

• phone: 0300 636 5478 (this is a UK number).
• email: support@ocdaction.org.uk

You can also find out about support groups on our website. These offer a safe place where you can talk openly about OCD and support other people too. Our information about UK-based groups can be found 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, you can look for groups near you on the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) website. Look in the section “Find Help” and then under “Listing Types”, choose “Support Groups”: https://iocdf.org/

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

Best wishes

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[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
• 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
• 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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