Resource Guide for OCD

I obsess about causing harm to others through some

unintentional act. I worry that I have hurt someonewith my sloppy or ineffectual words and will causethem to become seriously unhappy. Or that I have lefta cigarette burning in my house or an appliance onand that my house will explode and wipe out the wholeneighbourhood. This causes me to check things morethan once before I leave the house, and then to go backinto the house to check again. — Mary W.

This is the quote that is found in the first few pages of the Resource Guide entitled

"Obsessive Compulsive Disorder: An Information Guide"

offered by

CAMH. 

We have all experienced thoughts that at times can become intrusive and ruminating; locked into what seems an endless loop. Feeling anxious about something, or trying to process an emotion can bring us to that place quite easily. When the preoccupation becomes so extreme that it creates compulsions; however, you may be experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. OCD  is a mental health disorder that affects people of all ages and about two percent of the population. The symptoms begin to occur gradually over time, characterized by a cycle of obsession and compulsions. The information guide covers topics such as causes, therapy, medication as well as recovery and relapse intervention. To read more, follow this link: https://www.camh.ca/-/media/files/guides-and-publications/ocd-guide-en.pdf Photo credit: http://Photo by Tine Ivanič on Unsplash If you liked this post, consider subscribing. Daily advice will be delivered to your inbox; creating an anchor to your day.