OCD Possibly?

Question

Hey, my friend says I may have OCD but I think she is talking a load of crap but any opinions is very much appreciated if anyone has experience.

The reason she says I have it is because I won't drink out of a glass/cup or eat off a plate or use a knife and fork without washing it two or three times before.

I really don't think I have it so if anyone has experience and can prove my mate wrong it would be very appreciated. Ta.

Answer 1

I was diagnosed with mild OCD for the SAME reason. Everyone has a touch of OCD sometime...don't worry about it Hon!

Answer 2

Does it get in the way of your day to day functioning? If not, maybe it doesn't really matter. I think we label too much.

But if you really want to know, according to the DSM -IV:

"(1) repetitive behaviors or mental acts that the person feels driven to perform in response to an obsession, or according to rules that must be applied rigidly.

(2) the behaviors or mental acts are aimed at preventing or reducing distress or preventing some dreaded event or situation; however, these behaviors or mental acts either are not connected in a realistic way with what they are designed to neutralize or prevent or are clearly excessive

B. At some point during the course of the disorder, the person has recognized that the obsessions or compulsions are excessive or unreasonable. NOTE: This does not apply to children.

C. The obsession or compulsions cause marked distress, are time consuming (take more than 1 hour a day) or significantly interfere with the person's normal routine, occupational (or academic) functioning, or usual social activities or relationships."

There's more, but this is the basic information.

OCD generally responds well to treatment for people who are really struggling with it.

Answer 3

I think everyone has a pet peeve and this may be yours by washing your fork,plate etc.

I think YOU are the only one who Knows yourself better than ANYONE.

I do not find this OCD!!! Unless it really is where you cannot function whatsoever. Such as you cannot leave your home without washing up dishes over and over.

They have other ways to treat OCD if you do have OCD such as counseling. I would not take any medication unless I really needed it. You Are Your Own Best Friend!

Answer 4

You could have OCD; however, remember this. A disorder is not a disorder until it disrupts you quality of living. There is nothing wrong with washing your utensils if you feel the need. Sorry, your friend is probably correct, but at this point I wouldn't worry too much about it. If this progresses into a problem, you can see a therapist. Take care,

Paramedic in SC

Answer 5

From OCDonline.com:

It is not unusual for people to question whether they might qualify for a diagnosis of OCD given that most of the following examples are not unlike what most of us do to a limited degree on an everyday basis. Everyday examples of OCD like behavior include using one's foot to flush a toilet, knocking on wood three times to ward of a bad omen, throwing salt over one's shoulder for a positive future, or feeling inspired to say "God forbid!" after mentioning the potential death of a living person. Simplistic tests to determine whether these behaviors cross the line into the OCD realm include asking yourself how much money it would take for you not to perform the safe behavior. Persons operating in the non-OCD realm would most likely accept between $10 to $100 to do something that would make them feel uncomfortable. Persons with OCD typically would not accept upwards in the neighborhood of $100,000 to face their feared concern. Another criterion involves the degree to life's disruption. We all have quirks that take up small bits of the day. Very often, people wrestling with OCD invest hours of their day avoiding these concerns. All of us periodically hear a song (typically a noxious one) repeat itself like a broken record, playing over and over again in our mind. For the great majority of us the repetitiousness of this becomes mildly annoying, for persons with OCD the intolerance and rejection of this mental experience generates a tremendous amount of agitation and anxiety over losing control of one's mind!

The most common and well-studied branch of OCD involves the OC where the undoing response generally involves some overt behavior. The most commonly thought of form of OCD involves contamination. Here an awareness of germs, disease, or the mere presence of dirt evokes a sense of threat and an incredible inspiration to reduce the presence of these contaminants. Most commonly the escape ritual involves a cleaning response (e.g., hand washing, chronic cleaning). The next most common form of OCD involves checking. Typically checking involves door locks, light switches, faucets, stoves or items that left unchecked might pose a risk to either one's well-being or the well-being of others. It is not at all uncommon for persons with this manifestation to check items between 10 to 100 times. The overwhelming impulse to recheck remains until the person experiences a reduction in tension despite the realization that the item is secure.

Answer 6

I think your friend is right, you do have the cassic symptoms of OCD. She is not talking a load of crap. Go and see your doctor.

Answer 7

that is definatly not OCD. All it means is that you don't want to get sick and you are health concious. Its a good thing.

Answer 8

Yes, it is very possible that U do have OCD. My Grandchildren have a form of this also. Please seek help !!!!

Answer 9

could be- mild ocd