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Relationship OCD: Here's what it looks like

Published on Aug 30, 2023 02:31 PM IST
  • From seeking reassurance from friends and family to comparing our relationship to that of others, here are a few signs of Relationship OCD.
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Relationship Obsessive Compulsive Disorder refers to the condition where we are constantly doubting the relationship, the partner and their loyalty towards ourselves. This OCD can be the reason for emotional detachment for the other person. It is a toxic trait and can ruin the relationship as well. " It’s important to recognize that experiencing occasional doubt in relationships is normal. However, individuals with OCD often grapple with more intense and frequent thoughts, compelling them to engage in compulsive behaviors such as constant checking, seeking reassurance, and engaging in covert compulsions like mental reviewing," wrote Therapist Maythal Eshaghian. She further shared a few signs of Relationship OCD.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 30, 2023 02:31 PM IST

Relationship Obsessive Compulsive Disorder refers to the condition where we are constantly doubting the relationship, the partner and their loyalty towards ourselves. This OCD can be the reason for emotional detachment for the other person. It is a toxic trait and can ruin the relationship as well. " It’s important to recognize that experiencing occasional doubt in relationships is normal. However, individuals with OCD often grapple with more intense and frequent thoughts, compelling them to engage in compulsive behaviors such as constant checking, seeking reassurance, and engaging in covert compulsions like mental reviewing," wrote Therapist Maythal Eshaghian. She further shared a few signs of Relationship OCD.(Unsplash)

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We constantly try to overthink the feelings we have towards the partner. In the process, we doubt our emotions as well. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 30, 2023 02:31 PM IST

We constantly try to overthink the feelings we have towards the partner. In the process, we doubt our emotions as well. (Unsplash)

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We try to dodge triggers that make us anxious and question the love and loyalty that we have for our partner. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 30, 2023 02:31 PM IST

We try to dodge triggers that make us anxious and question the love and loyalty that we have for our partner. (Unsplash)

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Since we are always doubting the relationship, we go to friends and family to seek reassurance. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 30, 2023 02:31 PM IST

Since we are always doubting the relationship, we go to friends and family to seek reassurance. (Unsplash)

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We are also constantly comparing the relationship of our friends on social media to that of ourselves. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 30, 2023 02:31 PM IST

We are also constantly comparing the relationship of our friends on social media to that of ourselves. (Unsplash)

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We keep checking the feelings emotionally and physically as we doubt that we are not loved. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Aug 30, 2023 02:31 PM IST

We keep checking the feelings emotionally and physically as we doubt that we are not loved. (Unsplash)

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