0_Apprentice
Hi. I've heard there are two parts to OCD, thoughts and actions, is this true?
1_Wizard
Kind of. OCD is a mental disorder where people feel the need to check things repeatedly, perform certain routines repeatedly, or have certain thoughts repeatedly.
0_Apprentice
What are some examples of the thoughts or routines?
1_Wizard
Routines are often simple things like repetitive hand washing, counting things, and checking to see if a door is locked.
0_Apprentice
Is there a component of people with OCD thinking bad things will happen if they stop.
1_Wizard
I'm not sure. Most adults with OCD realize that their behaviors don't make sense, so if it is a fear of bad things happening it is subconscious.
0_Apprentice
Did you experience that or not?