Hi! I’m posting this question again but more simplified. I’d love to read stories from anyone who has experienced relief (or knows someone who has) from OCD symptoms using medication-free techniques, such as ERP or ACT therapy, meditation, mindfulness, breathing techniques or holistic coping tools. Thanks!
ERP has helped me quite a bit in the past! Along with mindfulness techniques:)
@KhloehasOCD Thank you for sharing!
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@Bigotina Thank you! I’ve had a poor experience with medications in the past that caused me to feel numb and struggle to feel good feelings as well as the not-so-good. I’m choosing a no medication route for now and it’s helpful to hear success stories from others who don’t take medication. Thank you!
@Bigotina That’s great that you found things that work for you. When I do checking behaviors, like checking w a doctor or lawyer to make sure I did something right, I take notes to refer back to later so I don’t have to keep checking with them. It helps a lot! Also journaling, and doing CBT techniques I’ve learned over the years helps.
@Bigotina Good for you for advocating for yourself. I do recognize that medication can work for some people and be a vital part of their treatment plan, but I think it’s great there are multiple options and that medication isn’t pushed as mandatory, especially on this app/with this company (NoCd). I just read one of their articles that discusses it being possible to manage OCD without medication, and it has balanced perspectives.
Does anyone who has OCD NOT TAKE MEDS? Is it possible to not take them and manage life in a way that is productive. (Not really sure what word to use here but I think you all get the idea)
For those who have had success with medication for OCD/anxiety, how is your life different now compared to before starting medication?
I understand that everyone is different but lately I have been debating on medication just because of past experiences but does anyone have any good experiences with medication that has helped them with their OCD as well as therapy or treatment? As of now I’m dealing with it by myself but it feels like it may be getting worse
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