Obsessions (Upsetting thoughts that won’t go away)

Fear of germs, dirt, or getting sick

Doubts like “Did I lock the door?”

Needing things to be perfect or even

Scary thoughts about harm

Unwanted sexual or religious ideas

Compulsions (Actions to feel better or stop the thoughts)

Washing hands or cleaning too much

Checking locks, appliances, etc.

Counting or repeating things

Arranging things “just right”

Asking for reassurance constantly

Silent rituals like repeating phrases in the mind

Other Key Signs

Knows the behaviors are excessive

Spends a lot of time on them

Causes stress and disrupts life

Trapped in a cycle: obsession → anxiety → compulsion → brief relief