Breaking the OCD Stereotypes: How to Explain Your Condition to Others

it really bothers me when people use it wrongly omg

I usually just explain that the ocd is a comforting and soothing behavior to keep me feeling protected. Helping a person understand my emotional response helps them realize it's not just me wanting to be neat

i usually just talk abt the thoughts that trigger it!

I would say impulsive or intrusive thoughts that disrupt your way of living. This could be anything from washing your hands over and over again or fearing that if you don’t check the door something bad will happen. It all depends for each person!

I would explain that it is more than just hand washing etc. For me, it can be little things with crazy violent intrusive thoughts that intrude upon me if I don't do my regular thing/routine whatever

I don’t lol