Obsessions are unwelcome thoughts, images, or urges which can cause you to feel distressed. Compulsions are actions and behaviours which are done in the hope that it will silence these obsessions and make you feel better.
Here you can find factsheets, tips and information, organisations, podcasts and apps which can help you better understand obsessive compulsions and find ways to manage day-to-day life that works for you.
Let us know what resource works well for you. If you have any other suggestions for our self-help pages, please send them to eastspace@health-in-mind.org.uk.
Factsheets
These factsheets will help you understand what it means to have an obsessive compulsion, its causes and what kind of support is available.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) factsheet from Re-think Mental health
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder factsheet from NHS Inform
What is OCD?’ factsheet from the International OCD Foundation
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) factsheet from Mind
Tips and information
Here you will find tips and information to help manage obsessive compulsions:
A range of self-help resources from OCD UK
A guide to intrusive thoughts from Positive Psychology
A guide to managing OCD from Help Guide
Information and activities on OCD from Get Self-help
101 tips for people with OCD from OCD Actions Forums
25 tips for succeeding in your OCD treatment from the International OCD Foundation
Tips for living with OCD from Web MD
Organisations and services
Here is a list of UK wide organisations related to obsessive compulsions:
If you are looking for local support, please go to our service directory to find out what services and projects are available to you.
Podcasts