Anonymous
- Date posted
- 3y
OCD Friend
I have started to develop tics. And they are slowly getting worse. Anyone know how to control them? Or am I going crazy?
thecallofthevoidthecallofthe...
- Date posted
- 3y
I experience motor tics related to my ocd as well, I've had them for around 8 years now. My advice is that whenever you are able to - do not try to suppress them, this can cause both physical and emotional discomfort and distress which can cause the situation to escalate into a 'tic attack'. Always remember that it is your anxiety causing these involuntary tics and that it is simply out of your control, however, it is very possible to learn to manage them over time until you barely notice them anymore. I hope this helps! :)
Kiersin_Kiersin_
- Date posted
- 3y
I had tics for almost a year and it does get bad. If you ever want to talk I'm here :)
bunniesncheesecakebunniesnchee...
- Date posted
- 3y
Tics are hard to deal with. Sorry you're struggling with them. They're like an itch you absolutely have to scratch. They cause so much physical and mental discomfort. I've struggled with tics since I was little. I still am. I learned in therapy that if I notice myself doing them, to just calmly say to myself, "I'm experiencing more stress and discomfort right now," just as a way of acknowledging the source of the tic severity. A past therapist taught me that I can do something simple to distract from the tic, like taking a deep breath or drinking a glass of water when you feel the urge coming. I hope that helps in some way. I hope you can find some comfort with your tics!!
AnonymousAnonymous
- Date posted
- 3y
Not sure how to control these but you’re not alone. A lot of body focussed compulsions occur for me and it might be worth having a look at BFRB if you haven’t already.
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