Although people with OCD often experience different symptoms, there are many symptoms that are common. Some obsessions include fear of germs, aggressive thoughts about yourself, and the need for symmetry and tidiness. All of these obsessions interfere with someone’s normal life and often cause stress and anxiety. There are many different compulsions that people with OCD have and cannot control. These compulsions include ordering things in a specific way, constantly cleaning and washing their hands, compulsive counting, and checking things over and over. For example, someone might repeatedly check the front door to make sure that it is locked, or repeatedly check the oven to make sure that it is off. After fulfilling these compulsions, people
