Lillyalice
- Date posted
- 2y
McDuckoMcDucko
- Date posted
- 2y
I personally don't. I think it comes when you're able to understand how to deal with your obsessions once they arise. ERP is a super important part of life post-recovery.
Chiquita12Chiquita12
- Date posted
- 2y
I don't have any advice, but I feel the same way. Life changes trigger OCD symptoms for me, too. I guess the only way I've handled it is with therapy.
alimarie1990alimarie1990
- Date posted
- 2y
Whenever there are changes in my life my OCD gets work. I tend to cling even harder to my “just right” OCD thoughts. I try to just remind myself that I will be okay just like I always am and ride through the wave.
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- Date posted
- 24w
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I’m having a big OCD relapse and would like to hear anyone’s tips on how to be present and healthily deal with these intrusive thoughts and the “need” to preform compulsions. Thank you!!
ConstantPain
- Date posted
- 23w
Dealing with a lot. Need support and company.
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Sunshine08
- Date posted
- 21w
Some coping strategies?
Anyone have any good coping strategies when they have an ocd flare up or attack?
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