New here 😅

Hey everyone! I'm VERY new to this app. I'm not sure if I have OCD, but I feel like I do. I had horrible anxiety since I was a child, and I felt like I was crazy because the adults always laughed at my irrational concerns haha. I can't really afford to get diagnosed, and I'm also scared what will happen if I do. Maybe I'll get a peace of mind if I get diagnosed, but I know the OCD stereotypes that most people know. I'm afraid they will tell me I don't have it, since I'm not a super tidy, clean person and stuff. But I need answers to understand how to live myself more. What should I do? (Sorry if I said anything wrong in the post 😔🙏🏻)

Amara

Date posted: 1y

You can educate yourself by reading books, watching YouTube, or listening to podcasts from specialists. Articles in this app can also help you understand OCD and what you should do.

Ananonymous

Date posted: 1y

Thank you for the advice :D I definitely had done research, but I can't help but feel that maybe I'm just pretending :') but reassurances from the articles and stuff really do help, and I'll try to do that more if I have the time. Thank you!

Anonymous

Date posted: 1y

Don’t be afraid there comes a relief when you try therapy I waited almost 2 years to see a therapist I waited to long .ocd is nothing but lies it wants to keep u in cycle of fear

Ananonymous

Date posted: 1y

I'll probably go to one when I'm finally living independently and have my own income. Currently I just finished my school year and staying at home a lot more, so I'm doing better too. (school makes my brain go haywire 😅) Thank you for the advice, I'll definitely think about it.

Amara

Date posted: 1y

You're welcome. I hope you find your way for recovery and all answers you want.

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