Most people with OCD will suffer from obsessive and/or compulsive thoughts.

Obsessive thoughts are repeated intrusive thoughts, urges, images or sensations which cause significant distress and go against the individual’s true beliefs and values.

Compulsive thoughts are repetitive actions which are linked to obsessions. They can be physical or mental acts, which individuals feel they need to do to temporarily relieve unpleasant feelings brought on by obsessions.

For more information, please visit our pages on obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and body dysmorphic disorder (BDD).