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Would my high level of anxiety be associated with OCD?

Autismman

Hello, just wanted a little advice, of course no one (me included) can offer a diagnosis and I am well aware of that but wanted to get others thoughts and “opinions”.

I have always suffered with high levels of anxiety and have had panic attacks in the past but I’ve also been prone to checking things repeatedly. It was things like door handles when I was younger, checked so much they would break and would wipe light switches with my dry sleeve because I didn’t wish to electrocute anyone after I had washed and dried my hands. Lately it’s been checking fridge and freezer doors at work before I leave not once or twice but usually three or four times. There’s a fear of accidentally causing harm or damage while being extremely aware that I may have a choice in that moment to check and somehow rid myself of any future guilt that I may experience if I had not checked and someone got hurt due to my lack of due diligence.

Any related stories from others would be greatly appreciated. 

Thanks

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  • When I was first seen by a therapist for anxiety I was asked about ritualistic behaviours of which I had a few like checking plugs and door handles repeatedly before leaving the house. She asked me if it would bother me for more than 2 hours if I didn't do these behaviours. I said generally not, I'd usually forget. She said that it was unlikely to be OCD in that case.

    Obviously, if it bothers you for more than 2 hours, that doesn't mean you have OCD. But maybe it'd help you decide whether you need to get assessed.

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  • When I was first seen by a therapist for anxiety I was asked about ritualistic behaviours of which I had a few like checking plugs and door handles repeatedly before leaving the house. She asked me if it would bother me for more than 2 hours if I didn't do these behaviours. I said generally not, I'd usually forget. She said that it was unlikely to be OCD in that case.

    Obviously, if it bothers you for more than 2 hours, that doesn't mean you have OCD. But maybe it'd help you decide whether you need to get assessed.

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