Where all the nice people?

[henryjacobsParticipant]

Someone told me that if I just try to live my life with Tourettes just as everyone else lives theres, that I will usually find nice people, who are patient, kind and understanding about Tourettes. Well, I tried but there seem to be so many so-called nice people who turn out not to be so nice once they realise you have Tourettes. I keep trying, in fact have been trying to find these nice people for years, but they are few and far between. Living with this is just an ordeal every single day and always will be…

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Hi:

Forum moderators here; thanks for using the forums. We’re sorry you ‘re having a difficult time with your medication and haven’t had many replies to your topic yet. Please don’t take this personally or ever think you’re alone – and please keep following our forums, where you can read other topics like yours.

You can also contact the OCD Action Help and Information line 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 and all understand 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 your OCD and support and encourage 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, 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 here to help and support you.

Regards,

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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
• Body Dysmorphic Disorder
• 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 Adults
• Specialist Treatment for OCD and BDD
• Student Space: Management and Keeping Well
• Support at University
• Treatment Options
• Treatments Not Recommended for OCD
• What to Look for in a Therapist
• Your Journey through the NHS

We hope you find these resources useful!

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