I have had harm intrusive thoughts for over 45 years. Though I fell better I still have bad weeks or months. Retired law enforcement, I saw alot of bad things that triggered my OCD. My faith in God has got me through, but I also believe God puts people in your path to help so you in return can help others. Thank you for everyone involved that have the courage to share there story. Thanks, Jeff

So glad that we have this too. I am 33 and have dealt with ocd as long as I can remember. It was (and is) very difficult for me and for my family. We are so fortunate to live in a time where we can share things and connect with others that deal with similar issues. You young folks don’t know how much of a head start you have to bettering your mental health! I wish that I knew (and my parents knew) what this was when I was young. We didn’t have the information so readily available and people didn’t talk about it openly like they do now. Faith in God is a must for me too. Glad we all found each other!!!

So true. Faith in God is a must.

I am sure this is not on your scale but I experienced a very traumatic life event which has triggered my harm intrusive thoughts. OCD uses what you fear, what is way out of character. I have rarely shouted at anyone never mind physically attacked anyone or worse yet this is my fear. It's bonkers. If we lose the fear we can get things back in perspective. Thanks for your story I am in the UK and now have a fear of the police - have to laugh ?

Hey! Thanks for sharing your story. I’m almost 30 and wish something like this community had been around when I was younger and dealing with OCD. I’m just so glad it’s here now