Relationship OCD
Relationship obsessive-compulsive disorder (ROCD) is an OCD subtype characterized by intrusive thoughts, doubts, or urges related to interpersonal relationships. People might interpret these thoughts as signs about their relationship, and may respond with compulsions like reassurance-seeking or mental checking.
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Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
It’s completely normal to think about your ex every once in a while. After all, when someone from a past romantic relationship has played a big role in
By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
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Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
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By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
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By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
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Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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By Jenna Demmer
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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By Jenna Demmer
Reviewed by Tracie Ibrahim
Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
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By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by Michaela McCloud
Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
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By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn what an avoidant attachment style means for adults, including traits and how it can impact relationships.
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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By Yusra Shah
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
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By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
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By Jenna Demmer
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD