Some common compulsions are: cleaning and grooming, such as washing hands, showering or brushing teeth over and over again, checking drawers, door locks and appliances to be sure they are shut, locked or turned off, repeating, such as going in and out of a door, sitting down and getting up from a chair, or touching certain objects several times, ordering and arranging items in certain ways, counting over and over to a certain number, saving newspapers, mail or containers when they are no longer needed, seeking constant reassurance and approval. ... The actual number of people with OCD was...

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Finally, she said to him "you know I know why you always wear your sunglasses I know why you hide your eyes- and he just smiled and nodded at her. ... The coalition of 11 organizations believes the campaign reinforces negative stereotypes about people with mental illness and, at worst, may discourage those in need from seeking help. ...

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Seek consultation and recommendations through professional organization or a support network in the field such as CMSA (Case Management Society of America). ... It hides social behavior and consequences. ...

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