Why do we think about these things?

[Kimberly445Participant]

When you have ocd do you think about EVERYTHING you touch being “dirty” like electric appliances, light switches, and now of course touch screens, what about rubber things, computers etc etc? We don’t even use anti-bacterials all the time anymore, like pushing shop door handles, train door locks, lift buttons, Oyster card readers. We touch stuff in a big city millions of people touch every week. But how many of us get sick?  Not many, so why does our ocd tell us these things are contaminated? WHY?

[Forum Moderators]

Hello:

Forum Moderators again; We just want to remind you that you can also contact the OCD Action Helpline to talk to or email someone who understands OCD.

Our Helpline volunteers provide confidential 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 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

We hope this is helpful,

Best wishes,

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