Sexuality and Gender OCD
Sexual orientation OCD (SO-OCD) is a subtype of OCD that is characterized by intrusive thoughts and doubts about a person’s sexuality. Similarly, people with OCD may experience intrusive doubt about their gender identity. In both cases, uncertainty is the source of anxiety and fear—not any particular identity itself.
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Do you think you might have Sexuality and Gender OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
Asking yourself the right questions, talking to supportive professionals, and taking the pressure off yourself to "know for sure" are steps you can take as you explore your sexuality.
By Fjolla Arifi
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Does thinking about your sexuality cause distress? Find out if the source is compulsory heterosexuality or sexual orientation OCD.
By Taneia Surles
Reviewed by Diana Matthiessen, LMSW
Is your fear of sex related to OCD, or Genophobia? Learn the difference and how exposure therapy can help overcome it.
By Jill Webb
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Learn more about dreams, why you may be so concerned over yours, and how you can get help.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Do you think you might have Sexuality and Gender OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
Learn what causes intrusive thoughts—particularly during intimate experiences—and how to get help if they impact your life.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Let’s dive into the difference between fantasy and true desire and the reason why you might be so worried about being turned on by violence.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Sexual assault is among the most immoral behaviors one can think of—but be wary of interpreting disturbing dreams as significant.
By Elle Warren
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Fantasies are safe ways to explore your sexuality, but OCD has a way of twisting your thoughts in ways that are untrue and harmful.
By Jessica Migala
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Do you think you might have Sexuality and Gender OCD?
Our therapists are trained to treat every OCD subtype.
These disturbing thoughts can become completely overwhelming. You're not alone, and you don't have to live in fear of your own thoughts.
By Grant Stoddard
Reviewed by April Kilduff, MA, LCPC
Incest OCD involves intrusive and unwanted sexual thoughts, images, or urges about family members that cause distress or anxiety, as well as compulsions to manage or eliminate this anxiety.
Reviewed by Patrick McGrath, PhD