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A member asked:

Is it ocd if i always have to do things and touch things?

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Dr. William Golden answered

Sounds like OCD: Yes, feeling like you have to do things and touch things sounds like ocd. Medication and behavioral therapy are the most effective treatments for ocd.

Dr Paudel agreed

Answered 9/29/2016

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