Relationship OCD

Many of us experience varying levels of relationship anxiety from time to time. However, for those with ROCD, these obsessions often get in the way of establishing and maintaining romantic relationships. 

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted thoughts and images that pop into your head spontaneously, resulting in impulses, sensations, or urges, which often cause distress or anxiety.

When we are in states of heightened anxiety, we have less strength to sit with our OCD thoughts, which can lead to a return or worsening of OCD symptoms.