18 Tumblr Posts About Intrusive Thoughts That Made Me Feel Seen As Someone With OCD

    No, OCD is not a cute quirk.

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder is a mental condition characterized by distressing, recurring thoughts (obsessions) and the need to perform repetitive behaviors (compulsions). These posts aren't necessarily representative of everyone's experiences with OCD, nor can they diagnose you, but hopefully they CAN make you feel a little less alone.

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    What's something you wish more people understood about intrusive thoughts? Tell us in the comments!