Upset
Only logged in members can reply and interact with the post.
Join SimilarWorlds for FREE »

My therapist won't listen

My ocd is getting out of control since i started this new medication for tourettes.

Every night for the past few months i spend hours cleaning my restroom.
I clean it over and over again.

Ive always hated using public restrooms but now i can't do it. I just freak out and almost have a panic attack. Makes for a long day at work.

And my apatite is gone and that is a huge issue. I've gone 2 days without eating and didn't realize it.

I've shared this with my doctor but he just tells me its a temporary side effect and it will get better.

My outbursts have gotten better but I can't sleep I can't use a public toilet. I can't eat
This page is a permanent link to the reply below and its nested replies. See all post replies »
Renaci · 36-40
You could try a supplement called N-acetylcysteine. It has anti-compulsive properties. I used to take it a lot when my OCD was bad. I took like 600mg two to three times a day. But Be sure to drink it with lots of water as you dont want those getting stuck in your throat cause it really burns:(
Also it depends on the medication too. I have noticed for me at least straight SSRI work best. SNRIs that increase my norepinephine actually make things worse.