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obsessive-compulsive behaviours

a few examples of obsessive or compulsive behaviours that can interfere with your daily activities include:

  • frequently washing your hands, showering, or brushing your teeth.
  • constantly cleaning, straightening, and ordering certain objects.
  • checking lights, appliances, or doors again and again to be sure they are turned off or closed.
  • repeating certain physical activities, such as sitting down and getting up from a chair, or saying the same thing over and over.
  • hoarding objects, such as newspapers.
  • avoiding public places or taking extreme measures to prevent harm or embarrassment to yourself or others.

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