OCD can occur in any environment, and some environments are more difficult than others depending on the individual. This can vary depending on the theme of the intrusive thoughts too.
Below is an up to date table of where readers have experienced OCD, via the OCD log.
These are articles on the specific environments, with a log of what themes and compulsions were present in that place.
daily routine – relaxing
daily routine – brushing teeth
daily routine – bath or shower
daily routine – in bed
daily routine – cleaning / organizing
daily routine – cooking / eating
daily routine – with family or friends
daily routine – with pets
digital – gaming
digital – phone call
digital – video call
digital – texting
digital – emailing
digital – online browsing
digital – recording video
digital – taking photo
digital – watching tv/streaming
digital – listening to music
health/self care – hospital
health/self care – dentist
health/self care – barber or hairdresser
public space – gas station
public space – shop or mall
public space – library
public space – hotel
public space – elevator
public space – restaurant or cafe
public space – bar or pub
public space – in movie theatre
public space – in theatre
public space – in nature
public space – gym or fitness class
public space – concert
public space – sports event (spectator)
public space – sports event (participant)
public space – social event
public space – place of worship
school – general
school – classroom
school – exam
school – presentation
school – library
transport – car (driving)
transport – taxi or car passenger
transport – on a bus
transport – on a train
transport – on a flight
transport – in an airport
transport – on a boat/ferry/cruise
work – general
work – meeting
work – presentation