i always touch the right side of the door before coming into the house and i pick a # on my birthday (this year its 3) and i do things 3/9 times(rinsing glasses, changing the volume on t.v., rinsing my toothbrush, when i want food i will take small portions 3 times like 3 pieces of popcorn at a time) I dont know why i do it but i can't stop
2006-09-30 02:57:46 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
I have it too. It's called OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder), and it's really more common than you think. I know a lot of great ocders out there, and I don't think it's a bad thing at all! We may have our quirks, but we rock!
Don't change a thing about yourself. It's what makes you special. :)
2006-09-30 03:01:03 · answer #1 · answered by Sarah E 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Everyone has some sort of OCD. I kept mine hidden a long time for fear that people would think I'm crazy. But, I decided it didn't matter. for instance, I won't take any newspaper but the 4th one down, if its wrinkled I'll go to a different gas station. I can't open a public batroom door without paper towel, if its one of those with a blow dryer I'll turn around and walk out if the door is still open enough. I've been trapped for 20 minutes or more witing on the next person to come in. also, I have a set moring routine, if its disturbed, i'm in a bad the entire day. nothing is "wrong" with you, you're just different, be happy about your identity.
2006-09-30 10:09:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder... or, at minimum, you have compulsive behaviors.
If you feel that these behaviors are upsetting to your daily life (it appears that they are bothering you to this extent) then seek medication assistance from a qualified professional. Some primary care physicians will prescribe medication for this... but most will refer to a psychiatrist.
Some folks have a chemical imbalance (sometimes it's hereditary) that causes a brain chemical (seretonin) to be a bit off. Medications like Paxil and Luvox are SSRI's (selective seretonin reuptake inhibitors) and can adjust the brain chemicals so that a person can get relief from these compulsive behaviors.
Some forms of cognitive behavioral therapy can also be helpful... but usually it must be used in conjunction with the medication for the best results.
It's a brain chemical thing... and it's really helpful to just give your brain the adjustment it needs so that you don't have these compulsions.
One aside... if you do use Paxil or Luvox, and at some point you decide to stop taking them, be sure to switch to Prozac first... then wean completely off slowly. Neurological reason for that... rather lengthy to explain... but safest way for your brain to hold its own off the meds :)
2006-09-30 10:04:58 · answer #3 · answered by thegirlwholovedbrains 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Speak to a doctor as we cannot make a 'true' diagnosis. However, given the symptoms listed, I'd say Obsessave Compulsave Disorder (OCD) or Generalized Anxiety. Both can be treated with or without medication...
One way is with Cognative/Behavoral Theapy. Thats where you change mal-adaptive thoughts and behavors to better ways of coping...
2006-09-30 10:03:19 · answer #4 · answered by ? 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have OCD. In other words Obsesive Compolsive Disorter. Dont worry this can be changed all you need to do is go threw to a little theropy. It will be ok. Trust me. Mabey if you dont want theropy a friend or family member can always help. You will get better.
2006-09-30 10:05:07 · answer #5 · answered by ♥Live♥Laugh♥Love♥ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OCD - but if your behavior is not hurting you or others, then don't worry about it.
It may be a result of either high insulin production or low blood sugar, which you may want to learn more about, as these conditions get worse as we age. In other words, if you notice a change in your compulsive behavior - or things become addictive, you may want to get your blood insulin level checked out.
www.hufa.org has basic info on low blood sugar, and hints on how to self test. The symptoms link lists other symptoms that may also be caused by high insulin/low blood sugar.
2006-09-30 10:09:33 · answer #6 · answered by Pegasus90 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You have just described a disorder called obsessive compulsive disorder.I would talk to you doctor about getting more information
on this disorder as I do not now that much about it.
Many people have this disorder.Their are some medications along with treatment that can help you.I wish you luck
2006-09-30 10:05:22 · answer #7 · answered by kandn 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Those just sound like habits to me, some of them actually sound beneficial, like taking small portions of food, and rinsing glasses (so long as they are drinking ones).
2006-09-30 10:00:23 · answer #8 · answered by sangheilizim 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hmmmm.... your fixation seems to be on "3" or a multiple therof. Very interesting.
I don't think it's a problem, unless it is interfering with your life. It is causing financial, physical, legal, relationship, social problems? If so, maybe get counseling. If not, enjoy the number 3!!!
Love Jack
2006-09-30 12:19:20 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Hello! A touch of OCD perhaps. Don't fret you can kick it. Look for books by Dr. Sarno on kicking obsessive compulsive behavior
You can do it and it will improve your life
2006-09-30 10:01:31 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋