Tag Archives: irony of OCD
OCD and Rage
When my son Dan’s obsessive-compulsive disorder was severe, he was so imprisoned by the disorder he could barely function. Not surprisingly, he was also depressed. Typically a mild-mannered young man, he would occasionally snap at me if I annoyed him … Continue reading
Posted in Mental Health, OCD
Tagged anger attacks, calling 911, causes of rage, creating a contract, fearing for safety, irony of OCD, panic mode
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Just Do the Opposite
When Dan was struggling with severe OCD, his compulsions and rituals were all done “to keep something bad from happening.” In his mind, if he moved from his chair, neglected to engage in all sorts of mental compulsions, or even ate, … Continue reading
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