Would this be considered a compulsion? OCD?!


Question: Would this be considered a compulsion? OCD?
So everytime I get an unwanted thought I automatically shake my head and say or think "No". Sure, it's not handwashing or cleaning excessively but is it still considered a compulsion. I feel like there's a need to do it when I get an unwanted though sort of like pushing the thought away.

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No, this is a conscious action becoming a habit. It is actually a healthy way to fight negative thinking. Not a problem at all.

I was diagnosed with OCD and one of my compulsions is the same thing you do. Some of my other compulsions are checking my answers on my homework and tests a million times, cleaning a lot, and a big fear of germs.

I would say, yes, that is a compulsion. But whether you have OCD or not, I'm not sure...you should see a psychologist or therapist.

No, not at all. I wouldn't think too much of it. I think doing that is completely normal, even I do it sometimes.

No, my dear. It's more of a reaction of your conscious. :D


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