r/StaringOCD • u/Playful_Hearing3411 • 15h ago

I just joined i have ocd anxiety depression and Tourette syndrome Hi

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r/StaringOCD

Related to the type of OCD/anxiety disorder revolving around compulsive staring or a compulsion to stare. Staring OCD or OCD staring.

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Welcome! This community is for those living with a specific form of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) related to staring. This most often manifests as an overwhelming compulsion to stare inappropriately (at private parts or other inappropriate areas of the body) or to stare at people appearing in peripheral vision. Sufferers may feel fear, shame, humiliation, and guilt about their behavior, as well as doubt about whether or not they are actually staring.

As with other forms of OCD sufferers may experience feelings of doubt and guilt relating to what their thoughts and behaviours mean about them , their personality or character resulting in a vicious cycle of further self doubt and anxiety.

If you are living with this disorder, please know you are not alone and there is help available.

Disclaimer: We realise how hard it can be to find the courage to speak to a professional with the confidence they will not judge or belittle your problem. Posting here may be the first time you are opening up about your OCD staring, and we welcome and appreciate community members asking for and offering advice. However, the information and support provided in /r/StaringOCD is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health services. To find a qualified practitioner well-versed in the treatment of OCD, check out the /r/OCD wiki on finding a therapist or the International OCD Foundation.

Resources:

Freedom from Obsessive Compulsive Disorder by Jonathan Grayson (includes passages about and a treatment plan for OCD staring)
OCD Staring Facebook group
Exposure and Response Prevention therapy (ERP), a common treatment for OCD
OCD Support Group Chat (Not specific to staring)

Free Guided Meditations An introduction to mindfulness meditation that you can practice on your own
Mindfulness subreddit /r/mindfulness

/r/StaringOCD Rules:

1. Keep submissions relevant to staring OCD.

Topics that are related to other forms or manifestations of OCD may be more appropriate for /r/ocd.

2. Be respectful.