Worried about my personal data

[oneanonParticipant]

Hi: Doesn’t everyone wonder and let your anxiety run away with thinking “how is my person data and other stuff about myself safe on forums like this”?  I worry and start doing all sorts of compulsive stuff. How do I know it’s safe on here?

[Forum Moderators]

Hello:

Forum moderators here – you should find all the information you need to know here:

OCD ACTION FORUM GUIDELINES & REQUIREMENTS

We’re so glad you’re part of the OCD Action forum user community. We’ve put together some essential information for everyone – please take a few minutes to read it.

WHAT ARE FORUM GUIDELINES?

Guidelines are standards that all users must follow to help keep this a safe and welcoming for everyone. Before using the forums, you must read and agree to follow our: Forum Guidelines

FORUM REQUIREMENTS & USEFUL TIPS

Is there an age requirement for the forums?

Yes. You must be 18 or over to use these forums or register for an account.

What do forum moderators do?

Our team of moderators are here to helping you! They also work to ensure your safety, privacy and security are always protected while using the forums. They moderate with a “light touch” and will never censor or judge anyone.

Moderators also help forum users to respect everyone and treat others with kindness and courtesy. We require that you respect moderator decisions and follow any instructions or guidance they give you.

Questions, feedback or suggestions?

Please contact the forum moderators about anything forum-related at: forum@ocdaction.org.uk

Need advice, support or information about OCD?

If you have questions or need information about OCD, or want to talk to someone who will support and understand you, please contact the OCD Action Help and Information Line at:

• email: support@ocdaction.org.uk
• phone: 0300 636 5478

Logging In, Passwords and Registration

Forgot your password? If you’re a registered user and forgot your password, to set a new one, click here: Password Reset

Want to register for an account? If you’re not a registered user and want to open a forum user account, click here to Register for the forum

We hope you enjoy being a part of our forum community, where you can both support and be supported by people who understand. Please help us to keep this a safe and special place!

[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]

Other OCD-Related Support Services – Find Out More!

In addition to OCD Action, other organisations provide useful, reliable and relevant support for people with OCD and OCD-related conditions and their friends, families and carers. Find out more on our Resources page: https://ocdaction.org.uk/resources/

These are just some of the many organisations:

Maternal OCD: They provide help for women with perinatal obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), a debilitating anxiety disorder, which is treatable. Maternal OCD’s aims are to:

• Raise awareness of perinatal OCD to healthcare professionals, mums to be/new mums, researchers and national decision-makers
• Provide information and support to mums and their families
• Encourage and support perinatal OCD research

BDD Foundation: Provides support for people with Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), a preoccupation with perceived defects/flaws in appearance, often cause excessive self-consciousness. The Foundation:

• explains that BDD is a treatable condition and how, with the right help, recovery is very possible.
• provides information on support and treatment services available to UK residents
• recognises that the BDD community is worldwide. They encourage everyone to seek help and support through online services that can be accessed anywhere.

Asto Clinics: Asto is a UK charity providing treatment based on what works for individuals living with OCD. Asto’s founder, Steve Turnock, suffered from severe OCD and is aware of how life-changing the right support can be.

International OCD Foundation: The IOCDF is a large nonprofit serving the OCD community world-wide, including family members and health professionals. The IOCDF is known for:

• Their mission – to ensure that no one affected by OCD and related disorders is alone. Their community provides help, healing and hope.
• Their vision – that everyone impacted by OCD and related disorders has access to effective treatment and support.
• Their work – providing up-to-date education and resources, quality professional training, and advancing research.

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