Lou, a media producer and illustrator, shares her personal journey with OCD. Lou discusses her struggles with harm OCD and how it affected her life before she received a diagnosis. She talks about how her OCD is now manageable through a combination of medication and talking. Lou also shares how she recently volunteered to collaborate with Cambridge University for further studies into OCD, with the hope of inspiring and helping others struggling with the condition.
Lou explains that what sets OCD apart from normal intrusive thoughts is that someone with OCD takes those thoughts and believes them and sort of thinks that because they're thinking them, they want them to happen. This creates an obsessive-compulsive cycle, where the obsession and anxiety fuel the compulsion to possibly neutralise the thought.
Lou talks about her journey to a diagnosis of her OCD. She begins by sharing that she had to put herself out there and admit that she needed help, acknowledging that something wasn't right in the way she was living and the things happening in her head.
Lou explains that the experience of seeking a diagnosis was drawn out, but not necessarily painful. She had a feeling in her chest that she knew she had OCD since her teenage years, but she had never been officially diagnosed. She kept this knowledge to herself until she began to really struggle, at which point she sought professional help.
Throughout the video, Lou explains what OCD is and how it can manifest in different ways. She emphasises the importance of recognising the symptoms of OCD early on and seeking help. Lou's personal experience with OCD and her involvement in research make her an inspiring and valuable resource for anyone living with or affected by OCD.
This video is a candid and vulnerable conversation between Lou and the host, who is also a media producer. The two friends discuss Lou's personal journey with OCD, her current management strategies, and her involvement in research. Lou's resilience and openness are a testament to her strength and determination to live her best life despite the challenges she faces.
Thank you for watching this video and for joining us in this important conversation about OCD. If you or someone you know is struggling with OCD, there is help available. Please seek support from a qualified mental health professional.
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