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OCD latches on everyone's worst thoughts and fears and creates ridiculous and absurd scenarios in order to break you down. Expose yourself to the thoughts of getting pregnant. Think "maybe I will get pregnant if I take a shower after this guy" live with the uncertainty. Do not do compulsions like constantly washing hands or the thoughts will return. Eventually, you'll brain will stop caring
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@odettetheotter - I know it sounds scary but that is the point! Living with uncertainty can be scary but nessasary to curing your OCD. I washed and still wash my hands frequently and throughly to fight germs, but Im working to wash not as much. Time yourself everyday to see how long you can go without washing your hands after a possible exposure. Baby steps. If you want more help, let me know
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i'm really sorry you're going through this. it sounds incredibly tough to be constantly worried about contamination, especially in such personal and everyday situations. it's not easy dealing with these thoughts and the feelings of disgust they bring, especially when they involve people close to you. š by the way, have you heard about this new AI-powered OCD therapy tool called "unstuck?" when i was in a similar spot, feeling overwhelmed by my OCD, my NOCD therapist recommended this free AI OCD therapy tool to me (unstuckmyOCD.com/try), and it was a game-changer. i think it'll be especially helpful for you because it offers personalized, step-by-step support for dealing with contamination fears and intrusive thoughts, just like an OCD therapist would. it's not just any tool; it's designed to help you navigate through these tough moments without feeling alone. i hate when people promote stuff, but i really think it can help you because it's changed my life. lmk if you have Qs or just want to talk more! <3
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I had a similar concern in my teens, but as a guy. I was afraid of getting semen on (or in) other people. What Jman said was good advice. The only thing I would change is that the thoughts might be there regardless of what you do. That doesn't mean you have to focus on them.
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i have contamination ocd and i have a hard time knowing whatās normal- please help me get back to normal!! do you worry or clean under your fingernails when you wash your hands? do you specifically wash your thumb? if so how? do you pay attention to the pace you wash your hands at? do you ever feel the need to do things a certain amount of times or count while doing things? in the shower do you wash your hands at any time? especially after washing private areas? question for the girls!! how many times do you wipe after you pee? how do you all pee so fast?
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