I like this app but unfortunately I just don't seem to get the support I need. Feel so alone. I see other people post and lots of people relate to what they are going through and always reply. I just don't seem to find that. (harm ocd sufferer) when I say hocd most people think I mean homosexual ocd. I know we aren't supposed to ask for reassurance and I'm not really just would be nice to find someone who suffers the same and gets what I'm going through.

You’re welcome❤️ Also, if you select “My Topics” at the top of the discussion you’ll see the posts from people who are following the same topics as you.

I don’t have harm OCD, but I definitely struggled with self harm a good bit. I know it’s not exactly the same thing, but I wanted to reach out to you and just say that I know it’s hard. It’s very hard to stop. I believe in you and know that you are very strong and can tackle this one baby-step at a time. Make small changes first, like changing your environment a bit, or try to engage in some hobbies that used to interest you. Leaving the house helps too. I’m not sure if this is helpful or not, but I just want you to know that you are definitely not alone in this and are much stronger than you can imagine. Believe in yourself because I believe in you

Thank you cool guy so nice of you to reach out, definitely makes me feel better when people show support. I've managed to leave the house a little bit just going to my local shop and little things like that it's just struggling to be around certain family members. And I'm missing out on events with family which makes me sad and makes me feel useless. Thank you for your reply though it means alot to me ❤️

It is hard to be around family !! Like it’s sort of a downer/burden feeling, at least that’s how I felt. Events aren’t easy either. Be at peace with yourself, love. Glad to hear you are getting yourself out of your house (!) if that’s hard at times (because I know it is,) doing minimal things like watching movies or tv helps. Reading is helpful too, for me at least. Anyways sorry to rant, I just really feel you on this and wanna help out

It really is ? my harm ocd causes thoughts and urges that I'm going to punch someone. And I especially get it around family especially when someone is standing close to me or I am in a car. Cars are huge triggers for me. It just becomes an overwhelming urge to the point I'm scared I will actually hit someone. I do try and get out as I said to the shop or for a walk or at least just in the garden but I'm struggling to be around family and friends which I hate. People say the urge is because of anxiety which does make sense it just becomes so strong! I do watch alot to TV, YouTube videos do art therapy and I do like to read! I just wish I could get out and see family there's an event on Sunday I really don't want to miss but I know my anxiety and urges will be overwhelming. And don't have to say sorry for ranting! You're just giving advice which I really really appreciate!, ❤️ it's nice to know someone cares enough to try to help. I wish this app came with private message! Thank you for being so kind ?

This is my first comment on this app but I just want to say I feel the same way. I felt so alone for so long but going on this app has helped me see that so many people go through this. I have harm ocd as well and I have never told my friends or family because I’m scared of people being scared of me. I feel like no one even really knows what harm ocd is? Cars are a trigger for me as well. I don’t know how long you’ve suffered with it but for me knowing that I’ve come this far without actually acting out my urges helps me feel more secure in knowing that I won’t actually ever follow through with them (even tho I still have strong fears that I will) Hope I helped a little!❤️

I’m sorry you feel so alone. There are people on this app with harm OCD. Have you selected it as your subtype under “Topics”?

Thank you ❤️ and no i haven't actually maybe I'll try that now ?

I never knew about that thank you very much ❤️ will check it out now

Thank you so much for your reply. And for being the first person you commented too ? I'm sorry to hear you're going through the same it does feel like a very lonely place when you suffer with harm ocd. I'm sorry you haven't been able to tell anyone. I managed to tell my mom and a couple of my friends, I hope in time you can confide in someone. I was also scared of people being scared of me and people just seeing me as some kind of freak. I also feel that no one really knows what harm ocd is, it's very unheard of. Really cars are a trigger for you too? I think it's because I feel trapped in a small space I don't know but I get the urge to punch whoever is in the car or get the urge to jump out of the car while it's moving. I have suffered with it for as long as I can remember. Absolutely ages. I do try to tell myself I've come this far and never acted on the urges but I'm just so scared I will that's why I've isolated myself away from everyone. You did help just by replying so thank you I appreciate that. Have you tried to get professional help or do you take any medication?