Dealing with Contamination OCD: Tips Needed

Has anyone else been dealing with contamination OCD?? I have this intense fear all the time when I touch virtually anything that I’ll get sick and I have to compulsively wash my hands. Any tips on coping with this?

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Tomato

1y ago

From what I know, the best way it to start CBT. There are many methods in which your therapist can work with you, but it’s very important to start this treatment early

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