I suffered with ocd for cleaning .I spent 2-3 hrs in bathroom still not feel comfortable .always wash hand after coming from outside. .need behavioural solution.

Question

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health problem. Symptoms typically include recurring thoughts and repetitive actions in response to the recurring thoughts. A common example is recurring thoughts about germs and dirt, with a need to wash your hands repeatedly to "clean off the germs" However, there are many other examples like sexual thoughts, counting, checking, orderliness, etc. The usual treatments are cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medicine, or both. Treatment often works well to reduce the symptoms and distress of OCD greatly. Consult a psychiatrist. All the best.

Jagadeesan M.S. · Accepted Answer

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a common mental health problem. Symptoms typically include recurring thoughts and repetitive actions in response to the recurring thoughts. A common example is recurring thoughts about germs and dirt, with a need to wash your hands repeatedly to "clean off the germs" However, there are many other examples like sexual thoughts, counting, checking, orderliness, etc. The usual treatments are cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant medicine, or both. Treatment often works well to reduce the symptoms and distress of OCD greatly. Consult a psychiatrist. All the best.

Nisha Khanna · Answer

Hello Lybrate-user, By not being able to complete the cleaning ritual you tend to feel uncomfortable or anxious hence whenever that feeling arises try and relax, try Deep Breathing for 10 minutes. It is important to tolerate that anxiety using relaxing methods like talking to fried, meditating, writing down you thoughts can help you deal with it better. If it still persists you can seek out for a counselor. You can book an appointment with us and we'll try to help you to the best of our abilities. Along with visiting us we also provide online as well as telephonic counseling sessions.