A friend who thinks he has OCD.?

Question

A friend of mine thinks he has Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, and he has symptoms such counting when he walks, clicking or touching things repetitively when sitting or standing. eg: ( tapping a pen on the desk)

he is 17 .

any help would be appreciated :)

Answer 1

I have OCD.

But very little.

=]

I just live with it.

In my world. Everything is in order, and I can't sleep if I don't know where something is.

  

Answer 2

I would say he is exhibiting symptoms of OCD.  Not sure from your description how severe.  People with severe OCD find that their daily routines are disabled by their ritualistic behaviour.  Some are unable to hold down a job, study or look after family due to their 'routines'.  Others may just have to 're-arrnage' their daily routines to accomodate for their OCD.  Whichever, the more severe the symptoms the harder it is to treat.  I would reccomend that your friend seeks advice from his GP and asks to see a psychologist who can help with therapy for these symptoms.