For those who do not know what OCD is, it stands for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, the exact cause of which is unknown and for which there is no real cure. It is a disorder of the mind that is characterized by unwanted thoughts (obsessions) often accompanied by ritualized behaviour (compulsions). It is very difficult for someone with OCD to feel Satisfied when doing something and they are often depicted as perfectionists, neat freaks, clean freaks, etc. There is a nagging, unrelenting feeling of incompleteness, of wrongness, of uncleanness, etc. which results in doubt and anxiety. As a result, many but not all of those who have this disorder, must do rituals or engage in ritualistic behaviour or thinking in order to achieve relief. To achieve a feeling of completion and rightness. I believe, but cannot prove, that those who suffer from OCD, have an increased ability to filter out external stimuli. And while I believe the tunnel like thinking of the OCD sufferer can be an asset (like when DIYing), it is also a terrible liability. People with OCD (like a drug addict) can and will neglect family, friends, everything when obsessing. A very good film to see on the subject is The Aviator, about the life of Howard Hughes. It is a film which for me is very disturbing to watch, but does do a good job of showing the mental anguish associated with the disorder.
Posted on: Sat, 26 Oct 2013 13:10:52 +0000
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