Is it OCD?

OCD is easy to miss! Many people will experience obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors at some point during their lives. To qualify for an OCD diagnosis, the obsessions and compulsions must be frequent and severe enough to disrupt your life. Take my quiz to see if you might be experiencing OCD.

Quiz Questions

1.
Do you experience repeated unwanted thoughts that feel intrusive/ bothersome?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
2.
To what extent are you able to ignore intrusive thoughts?
- A.
  Always
- B.
  Most times
- C.
  50/50
- D.
  Sometimes
- E.
  Never
3.
When you experience bothersome thoughts do you engage in behaviors (compulsions) that make you feel better temporarily?
- A.
  Yes
- B.
  No
4.
To what extent are you able to exercise control over compulsions?
- A.
  n/a
- B.
  Total
- C.
  Much
- D.
  50/50
- E.
  Some
- F.
  None
5.
How much time do you engage in compulsive behaviors?
- A.
  None
- B.
  Up to 1 hr/day
- C.
  Few hrs/day
- D.
  Several hrs/day
- E.
  Most or all of the day
6.
To what extent do these thoughts make you feel bothered, upset, or distressed?
- A.
  None
- B.
  Mild
- C.
  Moderate
- D.
  Severe
- E.
  Extreme
7.
What impact are the thoughts having on work, school, or your relationships/social life?
- A.
  No impact
- B.
  Mild
- C.
  Moderate
- D.
  Severe
- E.
  Extreme
8.
How anxious would you be if you could not do the compulsive behaviors?
- A.
  No anxiety
- B.
  Slight
- C.
  Somewhat
- D.
  Extreme (anxiety/panic attacks)

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Sounds normal
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What you're experiencing sounds normal/not OCD. But maybe there's something else going on like stress from an adjustment, ADHD, PTSD, grief, etc. Whatever it is I'm here to help you feel better and be your best self. You can schedule a free 15 minute consultation here! https://maureen-oconnell.clientsecure.me
2.
Sounds like OCD
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Glad you took my quiz, thank you! There's a good chance what you're experiencing is OCD. However, this quiz is not a diagnosis. I encourage you to contact your doctor and/or schedule an Intake Session to get a solid answer, support, and to learn how to move beyond the effects of trauma, anxiety, and OCD. You can schedule a free 15 minute consultation or Intake Session here! https://maureen-oconnell.clientsecure.me