Hey this is my first post on here. I have struggled with ocd since i was 5. I didnt know because I repressed these memories I guess but my mom told me I had to see a therapist when i was in kindergarten. Anyways, I finally opened up to my best friends the other day about my crippling OCD. And none of them seemed to really care...at all. I wish people would realize OCD is more than just being “neat” and “clean”. It makes school and everyday things more difficult. People dont take OCD seriously enough. I wish my friends cared so I could talk to them about it more, since therapy is so expensive, but I just wanted to share my experiences with a group of people who would understand.

I understand you. This is the only place where I can say everything without being judged, and people understand me. When I told some friends about my mental health, they simply shrugged and said people have ocd in different levels. When I told my friends I have been thinking a lot about switching schools (not my theme at all, it's just being a stressful experience), one of them said she's scared of these obsessions of mine. I felt ashamed, honestly. It's a very isolating illness, and at times it seems like no one understands. This app is truly a blessing, people here deserve all the best things in the world.

Welcome! Unfortunately, I get what you mean. I turned to all of the friends that I trusted because I felt like I wanted more support, but in the end none of them really seemed to care or understand. One of the most difficult things I’ve had to accept through OCD is the fact that really no one but you knows what your specific OCD is like. Thankfully, I’m currently seeing a therapist, so it’s become a bit better since then. I know there are a few apps out there that offer free (or cheap) online therapy with professionals, so I would suggest looking at those if you are looking to avoid expensive therapy. :)

Hugs. I know what that is like, but I want to say that you will find people who care. I mentioned to my colleagues at work that I was going through OCD. A lot of them were like *shrug*. But a couple of them keep inviting me to things ☺️. So I'd encourage you to keep trying to find friends. Also remember that while we OCD sufferers do suffer a lot, everyone has some kind of suffering going on with their lives and it's important to reach out to others as well.

It's hard to explain stuff to people who haven't experienced it themselves, and sadly they can't empathize. It's a sad reality that OCD, like other mental illnesses, is stigmatized, and a lot of people don't have enough knowledge about it unless they are sufferers themselves. Luckily we now have apps and resources like these so we can meet others with similar experiences.

Yes I agree with all. I just discovered this app a couple days ago by accident. It has helped so much. Even people that truly love me the most just have a hard time wrapping their head around it and understanding.