Obsessions | Compulsions | |
---|---|---|
Definition | Recurrent, unwanted and persistent thoughts, images or urges that cause marked distress | Repetitive behaviours or mental acts that are often driven by rigid rules and performed in an attempt to reduce anxiety |
Common themes | Contamination | Washing and cleaning |
Aggressive/harm | Checking | |
Sexual | Reassurance seeking | |
Religious | Repeating | |
Making things ‘just right’ | Ordering and arranging |