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Relationship OCD

Relationship obsessive-compulsive disorder (ROCD) is an OCD subtype characterized by intrusive thoughts, doubts, or urges related to interpersonal relationships. People might interpret these thoughts as signs about their relationship, and may respond with compulsions like reassurance-seeking or mental checking.

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Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?

Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.

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Is Relationship Anxiety the same as Relationship OCD?

Relationships are important. They give our lives meaning and bring joy to our day-to-day activities. However, they’re not without their struggles, and


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I keep dreaming about my ex. Does it mean anything? 

Exes can be loaded and emotional subjects, and having them pop up in your dreams can evoke a wide range of emotions.

By Erica Digap Burson

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?

Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.

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Why am I not turned on by my partner? Advice from a therapist

It’s normal for libido to wax and wane. But sometimes, a mental health condition like OCD won’t let you accept that.

By Jessica Migala

Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC

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How do I know my dog loves me? Advice from a therapist

In my years as a therapist, I've helped many people who werewracked with doubts about whether their dog loves them. Here's how I've helped.


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How to stop obsessing over texts—advice from an OCD therapist

Relationships are difficult, but sometimes worrying over texts exceeds general anxiety about a relationship. Let’s explain something called Relationship OCD.


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Fear of being fired: Is it OCD?

Gain valuable insights into the potential relationship between fear of being fired and OCD, empowering yourself to navigate work-related anxiety.

Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?

Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.

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Fear of someone reading your mind

Is thinking people can read your thoughts OCD? Discover the symptoms, triggers, and effective treatments to help overcome fear of mind reading in OCD.


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Why am I scared to be happy in a relationship?

If you find yourself consistently scared to be happy in a relationship, it may be a sign that you have relationship-themed OCD, or ROCD.


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Fears about being a rapist

OCD focused on the fear of rape involves repeated intrusive, obsessive thoughts involving rape that cause intense anxiety or distress.

By Amber Samson, LCPC

Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD

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Paternity fears

Paternity fears in OCD involve unwanted intrusive, irrational thoughts which create doubt about the identity of the father of one’s child, from the perspective of any parent.

Do you think you might have Relationship OCD?

Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.

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Fears about Divorce in Relationship OCD

Fear of divorce, a subtype of Relationship OCD (ROCD) may include specific fears or worries about divorce.