Asking for reassurance with OCD

Asking for reassurance may seem logical, but it can be a compulsion in OCD. Like any compulsion, this reinforces the OCD cycle.
'needing reassurance' with a mobile phone in background
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On Nov 30, 2025, a reader experienced existential themes involving asking for reassurance compulsions whilst on the phone

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1 — Once a day or less 2 — A few times per day 3 — Several times throughout the day 4 — Most of the day 5 — Almost all day, every day
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