- Username
- Emily25
- Date posted
- 5y ago
I know, is it normal to have this bad of ocd at this age? @kels18
If you feel like you need to see someone then I would go to a doctor/ gp and try and talk to them about it - it’s important to make sure that you’re okay, even if other people don’t agree. This is your life and your personal experience and if you think you’re not coping very well then you do what you need to do! Sending loads of love n support your way
yeah I was thinking about seeing my social worker a while ago but my ocd was getting better, but it’s just starting to get worse again so I’m reconsidering going to see her. I just don’t want my parents to find out. But, maybe it’s a good thing they do so they know I have a real problem and it’s affecting my daily life @JK0
That’s very true, thank you so much! @timtam
I developed OCD around age 9 (I’m now 19), and if you believe that you need to get help, you definitely should. I didn’t as a child, so I am now trying to treat this illness. Your mental health is so important, so definitely talk with your doctor. My mum still says similar things about my diagnosis, however my dad is supportive as he has PTSD. Remember, no matter what your mum says, you’re 15 and able to advocate for yourself and your health. I wish you all the best! <3
What I did to discuss the matter was I sat down with my dad first, since he’s more supportive, and discussed what was wrong and what I think I needed to do in seeing my doctor. Then on another occasion I sat down with my mum and talked with her about it, and just explained how I have been feeling, what OCD is, how it is a condition that can be debilitating, and how I just needed a little help. Since I was considered an independent adult at 18, I could do what I needed without my parents judgement, but as time progressed they’ve both grown to accept that I can make decisions for myself at this point. Since you’re a minor it is a bit different, but I do think that having a calm and open conversation with both of them will at least let them know exactly what you feel you need.
How old are you? You cant self go to the doctor for help
I’m 15 @kels18
Youre so young ?
Yeah i was 13 when my ocd starts
yeah me too. do u have any advice about what I should do?
Do you have any chances of talking about this at school with a nurse for example? They should take you seriously if you explain how distressing it is for you and give them some examples so they can help you. I already had some OCD symptoms when I was around your age too, even though I didn't know what it was back then.
Sorry my English its not very good but i think you need help for it you need go to a docter öre sommething to talk about it go to your dad and tell Him you need help i think hè Wanna understand you hè has OCD to
yeah I have many times, but he doesn’t think it’s that serious. I’m sure if I had a long conversation with him about it he would want to find help for me? @kels18
Does anyone know how I start a conversation with my parents?
Does anybody else feel like their mom just doesnt understand the extent to which u are suffering with ocd and it makes u so upset. Like i told my mom i was cleaning bc nobody else in the house does. She got so upset and said she always cleans. She meant like vacumming and dishes and stuff, but i meant disinfecting bc i have contamination ocd. But she didnt underatmd me and started saying how she always cleans but im just sleeping in too late to see. She was really upset w me. Then i said that she is thinking the worst of me the while time. Then she said that im the one being so judgy.. what?? Like does she even understand this occupies my life. I literally have dreams about it, my whole life revolves around it. Its the only thing i think about.
Hey guys. I'm a young teenager living with severe ocd. But my family tend to make fun of me for it. I have mainly the thoughts, over thinking, and perfectionist. But they won't let me get help. I have SPD. (Skin picking disorder) which has tagged along with my ocd...and I've been doing it for awhile..the worst its ever been, was when I peeled my thumb skin all the way back and u could see everything bc the thoughts said "if you dont than you wont be able to tell if u still have control, who knows u could take this pen and gouge someones eye out" typical thoughts. I just need help..coming to terms with my ocd..and informing my family that it's not getting better.
My contamination OCD just won't give me any piece. All I think about all day everyday is being contaminated with covid. I'm scared to be around people. I'm scared to touch anything even in my own home, because I share it with my parents and I think they may have touched something when they're out and then bought covid back into the house. I'm hardly sleeping because I can't switch my mind off. I'm spending ages in the shower because I can't seem to feel clean and my hands are sore and red from constantly washing them. It's driving me crazy I feel anxious constantly my heart pounds I feel sick, shaky and have hardly any appetite. Please give me any advice that can help.
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