Worries of OCD

2018-07-13 12:14:13
Every night before I go to sleep I have a routine in which I will check the doors are locked multiple times and press the handle multiple times then check the fridge, oven, lights etc. I will do this routine at least twice and sometimes still go to bed with worries of being burgled/burning the house down. The same goes for when I leave my house during the day and no one else will be in, I will have major feelings of anxiety about being robbed or burning the house down. Thank you
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Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is an anxiety disorder characterized by uncontrollable, unwanted thoughts and ritualized, repetitive behaviors you feel compelled to perform. If you have OCD, you probably recognize that your obsessive thoughts and compulsive behaviors are irrational—but even so, you feel unable to resist them and break fre Obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) is a treatable condition. The treatment recommended will depend on how much it's affecting your life. The two main treatments are: psychological therapy – usually a type of therapy that helps you face your fears and obsessive thoughts without "putting them right" with compulsionsmedication – usually a type of antidepressant medication that can help by altering the balance of chemicals in your brain A short course of therapy is usually recommended for relatively mild OCD. More severe OCD may require a longer course of therapy and/or medication.
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please consult psychiatrist who after detailed history and asses severity and thn start therapy and medications
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if your condition is severe please go for both medications and therapy together to hv fast and efficacious results Regards

Answered2018-07-16 12:34:13

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Hello, These symptoms are suggestive of OCD. In OCD the thoughts or images are repetitive, not under your control, causing distress so much that its hampering your day to day life and present for more than a hour you might have OCD. OCD can affect anyone and it can be treated with medication and behavior therapy.
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Contact nearby Psychiatric clinic or You can contact me for further help.

Answered2018-07-14 05:11:47

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It's obsessive compulsive disorder. U get a thought which creates anxiety and till the time you don't do what your thoughts is telling you to do which is compulsion anxiety remains. So ultimately u do it but it's temporary relief coz later again it happens. ERP and CBT WORKS BEST FOR OCD Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling Connect with me through practo app Talk about it. It's resolvable so seek help More power to you

Answered2018-07-13 13:59:23

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You are describing doubting and checking behaviour seen with ocd. Although, for a definite diagnosis more detailed evaluation will be required. OCD is treated with a combination of medicines and counselling.
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Consult psychiatrist online or in person

Answered2018-07-13 12:58:23

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Consult a psychiatrist and go for counselling. It will really help.

Answered2018-07-13 12:16:08

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