Obsessive-Compulsive Behaviors

A few examples of obsessive or compulsive behaviors that can interfere with your daily activities include:

• Frequently washing your hands, showering, or brushing your teeth.
• Constantly cleaning, straightening, and ordering certain objects.
• Checking lights, appliances, or doors again and again to be sure they are turned off or closed.
• Repeating certain physical activities, such as sitting down and getting up from a chair, or saying the same thing over and over.
• Hoarding objects, such as newspapers.
• Avoiding public places or taking extreme measures to prevent harm or embarrassment to yourself or others.