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Reassurance Seeking in OCD and Related Conditions

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010 Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) 20 Comments

    

People with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) who experience the pain and terror brought on by unwanted intrusive thoughts will use whatever means necessary to alleviate their discomfort. If they can’t make themselves feel sure about something internally, they reach out to the nearest person who they think can do it for them. If they are unavailable, the person with OCD will often reach out to the cold, unforgiving internet where the answers they hope not to find will always be waiting. › Continue reading

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