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What is the best way to overcome some or all obsessive compulsive behaviors?

Profile: Hotchocolate7
Hotchocolate7 on Jan 15, 2015
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Every time you get a thought that triggers you to behave certain way, challenge that thought and replace it with a more helpful thought. Reward yourself and the shift your focus on some other activity.
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Profile: Dailydaydreama
Dailydaydreama on Apr 21, 2015
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Becoming awhere of habits and practicing new things that's don't take up so much energy might be helpful 😊
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on May 25, 2015
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It’s normal, on occasion, to go back and double-check that the iron is unplugged or your car is lock
Profile: PoliteOcean
PoliteOcean on Sep 27, 2015
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There is no one answer fits all. Everyone is different. You have to find what works for you. It could be through coping skills, meds, professional counselor or therapist or a combination. Good Luck!
Profile: Greatlistener87
Greatlistener87 on Nov 18, 2015
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Find out where the obsessive compulsive behavior came from. There is always a root cause to it and deal with that root cause to heal the disorder.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 16, 2018
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some ways to overcome some or all obsessive compulsive behaviors is to focus more and take action and reccognize that you are having these behaviors. Reaching out for help is a good way to get feedback on the condition.
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