Obsessive compulsive disorder is a mental health disorder where the person often face two main issues: obsessions and compulsions.

OCD is mainly an anxiety disorder, while OCPD is a personality disorder. Despite having similar symptoms, OCD and OCPD are distinct forms of mental illness that have unique and specific characteristics.

Types of OCD

CONTAMINATION

*Driven by underlying fear of germs

*Disinfecting/Sterilizing

*Excessive hand washing

PERFECTIONISM

*Driven by underlying need for things to be "right"

*Arranging things a certain way

*Superstition about the organization of objects

FORBIDDEN THOUGHTS

*Driven by unwanted/intrusive thoughts that are usually violent or sexual in nature

*Engaging in mental rituals to neutralize thoughts

*Avoidance of situations believed to be triggering

DOUBT AND HARM

*Driven by fear of unintentionally hurting someone

*Checking and rechecking locks, lights, stove, etc

*Reviewing the day to make sure no one was harmed

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