I feel the same way. I will to close friends or to others who have it. But people who don't have it, don't fully understand what it's all about. And I'm afraid they will either de friend me or they will make it seem like it's nothing. And make me feel 2" tall.
I have OCD. I was diagnosed in the early 90's, although I've had it my entire life. I'm so thankful that they know much more about it now, then when I was younger. I had a very difficult time with it in school. I'm my late 40's, now. I know that we don't personally know each other, however, I must say, that I am so, very proud of you for having the courage to make this video! You've shared things that I have also, felt. I'm very sorry that you've had to deal with the stigma, and the ignorance of other people. We definitely need to bring more awareness to this legitimate disorder. You've given me several ideas, and I wanted to thank you for that. One thing I've noticed, was how in the early 2000's, especially, it seemed as though in the entertainment industry, people would come out as saying they had OCD, and maybe they did, but it almost seemed to me to be like a bandwagon. Where it seemed cool to say, yeah I have OCD. I agree with you. People use it in the wrong context. It is neither fun, nor cool, to have it! In fact, I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. As I said, I've lived with it a very long time. If you ever want to talk about it, I'm here for you. You did an amazing job in your video. I really appreciate your bringing awareness to OCD. Thank you!
Thank you for pointing out that this is not just a first world problem. One of my obsessive/intrusive thoughts is often that this is all in my head and I am making up my disorder for attention and I should stop being so selfish and think of others. A lot of these thoughts stem from people who say things like that and minimize this disorder. I wish people could understand the harm they do when they say something like that without thinking. One comment like that can set my mind on that thought for a week or more. Thank you for being brave and standing up for this misunderstood disorder. Also your video was very funny and I enjoyed it a lot. :) Sorry for the long comment.
This. Pretty much everytime I tell people I have OCD I get the "OMG I'm so OCD" response. Unfortunately, it seems a lot easier to just not tell anyone. Until you trust and educate them.
+Hamish MacPherson I do agree that it sometimes feels safer to hold back and not tell anyone about your OCD because these responses can be extremely disappointing. I'm not sure where this idea that OCD is not a serious disease came from, but man is it difficult putting out this fire.
@@7Minish I always felt my mom was mad at me for having OCD. The problem was she had it herself and I think blamed herself for me having it. Such a waste of energy and feelings going nowhere.
I have OCD and I was in health class and my teacher was like "That brings out the OCD in me" so I asked him when he was diagnosed and he said "What do you mean" and I almost screamed.
Thanks for liking my video! I couldn't reply to it for some reason, but I really appreciated your comment :-) Ugh, OCD is not a first world problem, I've read it's present in every culture. Love your vid! Great job, I was laughing throughout but it certainly makes the point very clearly.
What I usually say back to people that joke about OCD, "Thanks for joking about my disorder, my OCD has made my life a living hell and I'm on the verge of suicide but thanks for the funny comment!"
I definitely agree with you! That was very brave of you to admit. I'm very proud of you! You can be an avid advocate for mental health, no matter how old you may be. You are our future. Thank you, for speaking up, and taking a stand.
Hannah! You are spunky and endearing. Your personality engages the viewer to keep watching and to see what you're going to do next. You strike a great balance between being raw and educating society while incorporating humour throughout. I love the character's titles, especially "The OCD enthusiast." And oh gosh my favourite example is this part: "I am so diabetes about breakfast" People need to watch this to learn more and to reflect on whether they are contributing to OCD's bad rap. Plus they'll get to enjoy all the quirks that make this video extra special.
+OCD Awareness My cheerleader :) Look how far we have come in one year! Happy almost anniversary of friendship. Thank you for your wonderful words, always. (Took a quick break from my paper to watch other's videos. Now back to paper. Will text you soon.)
+Hannah Zidansek Last year at this time, we had no idea a beautiful friendship was about to sprout! I just read my comment on your video from last year and whadayaknow, I used the words endearing and quirky to describe you. And wait a minute, DID WE MISS OUR ANNIVERSARY?! You uploaded your video last year on October 7 and I'm guessing I commented the same day--it just says "commented 1 year ago." Regardless, Happy Friendshipversary!!!
I know this video is about 9 months old, but thank you for posting it. You had some awesome points there. When I was trying to tell my (at the time) BFF that I had OCD her response was "you don't look like someone who has it". And I was also thinking to myself what an OCD person looks like. Finally I think she finally realized I do have it cause I cleaned her house the exact same way she would when I babysat for her two boys (she has it). My room is also not 100% tidy. But that doesn't mean I don't have it. I have been diagnosed with it many years back by a trained therapist. And a friend of mine who is studying therapy also has mentioned that she noticed my OCD at work. What people really need to learn is that everyone is different. So OCD effects everyone differently. We don't all have the same results with it. No one can tell who has it and who doesn't. It just ain't that easy y'all. Funny you should mention diabetes. Cause I have that as well.
So, very true! Everyone does not exhibit with the same symptoms! I wish, that there were more awareness about this. Another thing that many people do not realize, is that "OCD", is actually covered under the "ADA"! We need more advocates out there bringing awareness the rights of others.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I really wanted to punch my 70 year old aunt one day but I just chose to sprint away from her. "You have OCD?" "Yes!!!" "Well just pray about and you'll get better." Bye old lady!!!!
As I stated, I've had OCD my entire life. I am also, a Christian. I believe in prayer, but I also believe, that God wants us to help ourselves. God gave everyone talents. That's why we have doctors, Psychologists, and Psychiatrists. Prayer, and positivity are great things, and they work very well alongside medicines that these types of physicians prescribe. OCD, is a chemical imbalance in the brain. Just as one would take say, metformin, for diabetes, someone with OCD, may take an SSRI, for their chemical imbalance. God is loving, and I feel that God places those physicians here for people to acquire help. There is nothing wrong with seeking help! The smartest people in this world got that way, by not being afraid to ask the most difficult questions. Ummmm, I sure hope that my statement made sense. It did in my head. Lol! In response, I pray that the person who said that to you, develops more understanding. I wish you the very best.
Love this. Can relate to every single one! It's beyond infuriating when people trivialise and make light of such a horrid disorder that I honestly wouldn't wish on anyone!
People who don't have OCD are always like "oh I have OCD because my room is always clean and I like to be clean" me "nope not even close that's is not OCD whatsoever" I hate it when people do this
I know it is a video from some years ago but thank you so much for this video! I wish everyone could watch it and get a better understanding of this illness :)
Yes! I love this! I've heard so many of these things. Ugh. :( Keep spreading awareness! I also use diabetes as an example like you did because since people know diabetes is so serious, they hopefully start thinking that mental disorders are just as serious. Saying "I like my desk clean, I'm so OCD!" is the same thing as saying "I have low blood sugar, I'm so diabetes!" It's ridiculous! OCD is a serious disorder and you give that message in a great way. By the way, cute dog! :)
+ShalomAleichem Thank you so much for your encouraging words! Diabetes is always my go to comparison when I'm comparing a physical disorder to OCD, and like OCD, diabetes does not have a cure but it can be kept under control with treatment!
I have recently been diagnosed with OCD and have been struggling with depression and anxiety for over 20 years. It was getting quite scary, urges are getting in the way of my life, I have been having problems with people at work, many people think it is funny to put rubbish on my desk, re-arranging my desk and write obscenities on my work equipment, they have made me feel suicidal, anxious and paranoid, many people I work with don't understand mental illness and I'm having a hard time explaining it. I will be starting therapy next week and I have been on medication for the last 3 weeks. I started searching RUclips to understand this condition so I can cope, I was stunned to find out just how long I have been dealing with this without it being diagnosed, after watching this video and others and knowing that I'm not alone gave me a great sense of hope, this is the best I've felt for a long time, thank you so much.x
Life gets so much better after diagnosis. Putting a name to the isolating torture you've been experiencing is the ultimate validation. I'm so happy that you are finding hope in treatment and in the OCD community. I'm sorry you have struggled for so long alone. Know that you won't ever have to go back there again - it's not always going to be easy, but it will never be like it was. Also, your coworkers sound like straight up a-holes! I'm sorry you have to deal with that kind of bullying on top of your OCD and anxiety - I went through major ridicule when I started college and it really broke my spirits, I ended up transferring schools. WIshing you the best on your journey. You got this.
I felt your pain, when I read this. I have OCD, and one of my biggest issues is contamination, Well ofcourse people think its funny and try to touch me with dirty hands etc. People are so cruel.
@@HannahZidansek I love the way you help people, Hannah. You are a beautiful person, inside and out. It helped me to know that you needed to switch schools in college. Sometimes I feel that others are trying to break my spirit, too. Thanks for your validation!!
Even pyschatrists are poorly trained on this. "You don't have OCD you have to have compulsions." *doesn't even ask me if I have compulsions or obsessive thoughts, just dismisses me the second I say it* my therapists thinks I have OCD though. I use to think I was past it cause I would wash my hands constantly as a child and I thought that's the only thing OCD was. Then my therapist suggested I could have it and did so more digging up on it. I ruminate and have repetitive thoughts and constantly seek reassurance and lose sleep over ruminating. Not sure how that's not OCD. Not getting help is killing me though.
I've just come across this video some minutes ago but I totally love it. I do not have OCD but I just feel like insightful videos like this really help people realize that they need to think carefully before saying
I've gotten every single one of those comments. You are 100% right. OCD is not taken seriously at all. People don't realize how devastating and debilitating it is...Thank you for posting this.
I've lived with pure OCD since age 10. I used to be under the impression that OCD's symptoms only had to do with wanting to keep things clean and organized, meanwhile wondering, "Why do I have all these horrid thoughts running through my head all the time?" It resulted in stronger facial tics at age 19.
OCD comes in all forms, a lot of the most common forms are never what you represented in mainstream media, which is a shame. Although I deal with contamination issues which I suppose are "stereotypical", I also deal with intrusive and obsessive thoughts that do not include rituals.. still trying to find a way that I can present that to the world.
Stumbled across your video. What a fantastic find, your sense of humour is brilliant and its wonderful to see such a alternative take on this crippling illness.
Over 25 years of grueling overlapping simultaneous types of intricately interwoven types of COD myself here, and a few months ago I was in the shower for 16 1/2 hours. Wake up call to kick OCD's butt forever! You are an inspiration for many people here, and in my opinion, a natural in front of a camera! Stay strong! :)
"Just don't do it"...it really doesn't work like that. Even after being diagnosed my parents still don't understand I can't not do it. Also, I have a head shaking thing and I get dizzy too 😂 It's really hard trying to do it in public without people noticing and when they do and they ask you what you are doing...I just feel embarrassed/ashamed
Great Job with the Video and the courage to speak up and give people an understanding of OCD.. The real disorder not perceived disorder people think because they have certain traits they feel as OCD!!
I have pure obsessional ocd but I find this video hilarious but it's not a laughing matter, a couple of my friends tell me to get over it but they don't understand.
My husband had OCD and he sort of compared it to being in prison. And the inmates constantly try to get in your cell to hurt you and the only way they won't, is if you do what they say. That sounds unbelievably terrifying.
Hannah! I love this. I didn't know how to reply to your comment, but YES I was at the OCD conference this past summer. I think I remember seeing you during the dance party (so fun). Wasn't the conference just wonderful?! I am very excited for Chicagooooo next summer :) LOVE your video. So relatable. I know that I have heard every single one of those comments. Also, love your way of using humor to convey very powerful messages. I think that is often the most poignant way to reach people. Keep doing what you're doing! :)
+Brea Harris TAKE 2! (I was signed in originally with the Google account one of my co-workers and I share for work stuff) Anyway! Here we go again: When I saw that Hannah asked you if you were at the conference, I was like, "I THINK I SAW HER TOO!" So hello! See you in Chicago :)
+Brea Harris Brea, Thank you!! The conference was unbelievable! Next year at Chicago I will be sure to properly introduce myself! Your kind words and support mean the world!!
I've got excoriation disorder, a form of OCD in which the sufferer picks excessively at their own skin. My dad used to tell me to just stop, until my doctor officially diagnosed me with excoriation disorder. If I were to just stop in the middle of a picking frenzy, I would not be able to concentrate and would be extremely stressed because I can still feel a flaw in my skin.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. OCD has had a very challenging impact my life, I continue to try and stay strong but it is such a debilitating and invisible illness. I have been told by my Mom that it is all in my mind, it is not real and all I should just stop, its silly, and so much more. It has destroyed relationships and has made me feel the need to isolate.
a thing that drives me mad is that having your shit together means having OCD to the "doctors" that judge us everyday , yes I count everything and want everything symmetrical and sometimes even have a meltdown but it doesn't mean I don't have it because my room is messy !
The title is the main reason that i have watched your video..i like very much the funny vibe that you add in the video ,it was very cool but i know it came out of frustration.i have pretty severe ocd with checking things ,mostly things that i care about..like my guitar or my pc for example and i also have something that is called a sensorimotor ocd which has ruined my f..... life,any way.Most of my friends say things like the ones you mentioned in your video and i m just tired of it..in the past i didnt care much..but lately i m pretty pissed off when i hear bullshit like these coming out of their mouth..anyway,,i know this is an old video..i truly hope you are feeling better.cheers!
This video was honestly a break for me. When people straighten their pens and then say something like "I'm really OCD today," it's the most agonising and tormenting thing to hear. Or "you're not OCD. Your handwriting's not that neat and you're bed rooms untidy," whilst my main thoughts are when is the next time and bleach and scald my hands? OCD is truly debilitating. The way it's portrayed as an adjective to describe a preference to being neat is so pathetic and ignorant.
I don't tell ppl I have ocd I just let them ask "WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR HANDS!?" and "ARE YOU OKAY!? WHAT HAPPENED!?" to Which point I just respond awkwardly "umm I guess I just have dry skin, or something..."
I hate it when they dismiss OCD because that's not a "real problem." It's pretty sad people don't have food or water in Africa or some other places, but that doesn't mean that OCD is a walk in the park. I completely agree with you with everything you said :)
Dear Hannah Zidansek, My name is Bowen and I’m from OCD Acceptance. I personally suffered for OCD for over 6 years and as I recover, I started this website to raise awareness to the disease. I watched your work on RUclips, and I am so impressed by your courage and bravery. As an OCD sufferer, so I could understand part of your struggle. OCD Acceptance is starting a new cause to bring patients closer to advocates like you. We are hosting free online events live twice a month and I would like to invite you to share your stories and struggles with other OCD sufferers following us. It would be an honor to have someone as accomplished as you to share with us, so please let me know if you are interested, thank you so much. Bowen
I have severe OCD to which I had to stop continuing my studies because most of my rituals consumed most of My time and I couldn't catch up with my class work! I am now at home dealing with OCD/depression trying to find a way out, I am constantly crying and sometimes just want to commit suicide but I am trying to beat it. It's so difficult to deal with everyday, I get intrusive thoughts that bother me so much I start screaming and crying my eyes out.
CallmeHass I believe in you and I am happy that you are trying. My rituals ruined me too. I used to wash my hands compulsively until they bled...keep breathing, keep waking up. Try to envision a positive future even though it's torture and pain now. Keep going!!!
I don't tell anyone about it, because they either don't believe it, think I just want attention, or don't understand what it is. I'll try to explain, and they just disagree and yell that they're right and I'm wrong. They don't understand and I want people to know why I do weird stuff sometimes. And they think it's just being neat or being a perfectionist. I wish I could show this to everyone in the world.
I have OCD, I am only thirteen but if somebody makes Eye contact I feel gross and upset I don't like being touched I don't like loud noises and I have intrusive thoughts constantly and I hate that people say they have OCD if they don't
Finally i have found someone who understands. Literally I hate it when people say this shit, when people say "haha....sorry it's just my OCD..." OH SHUT THE FUCK UP! It's like me crying at a film and saying "oh I'm sorry it's just my depression". So before people who don't have OCD or who just dismiss obsessive compulsive disorder, please think about what your saying because what you are saying is sooooooo wrong.
+Morgan Lynn i know what your saying but i was talking about the everyday people who might randomly moan about not having their books neatly placed on a shelf and then saying "oh..... Hahah its my OCD' thats what makes me angry, people saying the phrase as a describing word, because it isn't a describing word, its a mental illness.
I know this came out a year ago but it's so relatable and everything she says in has happened to me and sometimes it was my mom that would say these things or my family 🙄
i dont exactly have ocd but my parents keep being the "helpful friends" to me. like my god dad/mom if i could stop pulling my hair i would've done so years ago
I'm not sure if I have ocd, but, these things are what have me wondering: If I do something once, I have to do it twice. For example, If I accidentally tap the wall with the index finger on my right hand I have to touch the wall with all my fingers then repeat, I would then do it with my left hand. After I would go to every wall in the room I am in and tap the wall twice with all of my fingers. If I take one chip, I have to take another, then two more for my other hand. If I use one pump of lotion I have to do it again then twice with my other hand. I hate the color red, I'm not even sure why. It stands and it makes me angry. I have to look both ways before crossing the street, four times looking left then four times looking right. I can't step on cracks or those little lines on a side walk, if I do I have to go back eight steps and try again. Before I open the fridge I have to tap on it four times with each hand, then eight with each foot. When I misspell something, I have to erase it or backspace and start over, I can't use auto correct. Before I open a door I have to turn it four times left then four times right. I have to proof read everything I write and fix atleast two things, but I think that's just something I will always do. If I am asked to stop reading, I have to read until the lines of the paragaph are an even number until I stop. I have to put my left foot into my shoe first, then my right. Those are some of the thing's I do, judging by, do I have ocd? Or is it something else?
When people ask me why I do the things I do I tell them I have OCD they say I'm lying and doing it for attention. I'm 14 and I don't know the age people get it but I hate it. I have to spin around when I walk a certain way and I have to check things, open and close doors, and turn on and off lights MULTIPLE TIMES!! And when somebody touches me I have to touch them again so it's an even number but it's so embarrassing. OCD sucks because I realize I'm doing it and I can't stop
It's okay MIchelle. You get in a loop , I get those too. As you get older you will develop coping mechanisms, that will help. For example sometimes I get into a checking things loop and of course self doubt comes in, so I take pictures with my phone of the things I check. Sometimes it helps. Sometimes I have to count to a certain number and I would make up and end word. You will learn to cope with it. It must be overwhelming at 14.
OOH MY GOODNESS my name is Hannah and I have OCD too. And these things really annoy me. I hate it when people are particular, and then assume they have OCD too. OCD is a serious problem.
I am 14 and I'm thinking I'm showing signs of ocd. My grandma & my mother also have ocd but I don't want to overreact and try and label myself. I do have repeated ritualistic behaviors that I do to relieve irrational anxieties I form. I try to stop but then I will become fixated and I can only relive the anxiety by performing the act, it is very hard to stop myself. However, it isn't exactly hindering my life, in a major way at least. I don't want to make a big deal out of something I might just be overreacting to, but I also fear that with time it could get worse. For example: Every night I must check every faucet in the bathroom even if I know they aren't running, I don't know why if I try to resist it gets stronger. Tonight I checked 3 times. I can't let myself sleep without going through my nighttime routine, most consisting of making sure all my stuff is in its place. My room is not necessarily tidy but I have to have it organized in a certain way. I check all the faucets and I check my wardrobe in case something is hiding in there. I don't really believe that there is something hiding in there, at 14 its a bit ridiculous for me to think that. Its just the anxiety consumes me. When I was younger I used to have a hand washing ritual where every time I washed my hands I HAD to use 3 pumps of soap and lather 15 times or else I had to start again but I've gotten that under control now I am constantly haunted by the obsessive thought I might kill someone in a violent outburst. I have never had a violent outburst, I'm not a violent person but the anxiety still persists When my bed is made I have 2 pillows 4 small cushions and 3 plush toys. At the end of my bed I have two blankets folded on top of each other. I have to have these on my bed in the correct way. It angers me a lot to see my bed get messed up or for the things to be in the wrong order. These are some I counted off the top of my head. I've tried my best on my own but now I'm not sure what to do and I don't want to burden my family.
oh my god yes. 1:46 i get this ALL THE TIME. at one stage my room was so unbelievably messy and a friend said to me "i KNOW you don't have OCD because of your room" and i was so close to ripping my ears off
Lol you’re funny I’m being treated for OCD, and fortunately haven’t been offended by many comments from people... mostly because no one’s talking about OCD, in any serious sense of the term. and also it’s not something I identify myself to others by, since it’s not visible thing. so pretty much only family and girlfriend are aware.
3:01 my respond to that would be well that the whole point that my mental disorder i obsses over things even the smallest things im literally batelling my mind evryday no to mention all the horrible and obssesive tougths and stupid conpultions and rituals that stress me out also i hate cleaning i try not to clean cause it overwhelmes me easily i have to have someone to help me clean cause i canot do it on my own
I think I might have ocd if I look at a certain door I have to look at the door a surtain amount of time and if someone walks through it I have to times the number I was counting by by two and open and close sertain things and blink a certain amount of time. I have a number 3 and multiples of 3
That's sad. I'm a 56 year old woman that has had it for 30 years and it really doesn't ever go away. It may get a little better and then worse but it's always there. Tell your dad, compassion goes along way. I bet when you get anxious your OCD is worse, so his statements aren't helping. I would never do that to my child.
Great video. I had loads of fun watching it I used to suffer from a very extreme OCD. I collaborate in a friend's website ocdsupport.tk and its facebook profile for support and awareness and I've just posted this video. If you want to join us or to take a look, you're very welcome.
These things are the reason why I don't tell about my OCD to anyone.
I feel the same way. I will to close friends or to others who have it. But people who don't have it, don't fully understand what it's all about. And I'm afraid they will either de friend me or they will make it seem like it's nothing. And make me feel 2" tall.
Kaisa Sinivaara yeah because they just don't understand and when I try to explain it they just don't listen or get it
I have OCD. I was diagnosed in the early 90's, although I've had it my entire life. I'm so thankful that they know much more about it now, then when I was younger. I had a very difficult time with it in school. I'm my late 40's, now.
I know that we don't personally know each other, however, I must say, that I am so, very proud of you for having the courage to make this video!
You've shared things that I have also, felt. I'm very sorry that you've had to deal with the stigma, and the ignorance of other people. We definitely need to bring more awareness to this legitimate disorder. You've given me several ideas, and I wanted to thank you for that. One thing I've noticed, was how in the early 2000's, especially, it seemed as though in the entertainment industry, people would come out as saying they had OCD, and maybe they did, but it almost seemed to me to be like a bandwagon. Where it seemed cool to say, yeah I have OCD. I agree with you. People use it in the wrong context. It is neither fun, nor cool, to have it!
In fact, I wouldn't wish it on my worst enemy. As I said, I've lived with it a very long time. If you ever want to talk about it, I'm here for you. You did an amazing job in your video. I really appreciate your bringing awareness to OCD. Thank you!
Thank you for pointing out that this is not just a first world problem. One of my obsessive/intrusive thoughts is often that this is all in my head and I am making up my disorder for attention and I should stop being so selfish and think of others. A lot of these thoughts stem from people who say things like that and minimize this disorder. I wish people could understand the harm they do when they say something like that without thinking. One comment like that can set my mind on that thought for a week or more. Thank you for being brave and standing up for this misunderstood disorder. Also your video was very funny and I enjoyed it a lot. :) Sorry for the long comment.
personwithoutshoes oh my land I’m sooo glad someone else has this one too!!! I’m constantly afraid of this!!!!!!!!!!
"Just stop having your ocd, like you have control" wooow that ones funny hahah
OmbreeTV my parents and friends always tell me that.
The best advice ever, why don't we just stop having ocd
My parents say that to me every day
oh wow why didn't I think of that! thank you I'm cured.
This.
Pretty much everytime I tell people I have OCD I get the "OMG I'm so OCD" response.
Unfortunately, it seems a lot easier to just not tell anyone. Until you trust and educate them.
+Hamish MacPherson I do agree that it sometimes feels safer to hold back and not tell anyone about your OCD because these responses can be extremely disappointing. I'm not sure where this idea that OCD is not a serious disease came from, but man is it difficult putting out this fire.
100% I find it hard to get close to someone new because they come out with that line
I tried educating my mom and she just doesn't understand. So I gave up with her but I'm glad there are other people who understand me.
@@7Minish I always felt my mom was mad at me for having OCD. The problem was she had it herself and I think blamed herself for me having it. Such a waste of energy and feelings going nowhere.
I have OCD and I was in health class and my teacher was like "That brings out the OCD in me" so I asked him when he was diagnosed and he said "What do you mean" and I almost screamed.
Thanks for liking my video! I couldn't reply to it for some reason, but I really appreciated your comment :-) Ugh, OCD is not a first world problem, I've read it's present in every culture. Love your vid! Great job, I was laughing throughout but it certainly makes the point very clearly.
+Nicola Stevens Thank you Nicola! :)
What I usually say back to people that joke about OCD, "Thanks for joking about my disorder, my OCD has made my life a living hell and I'm on the verge of suicide but thanks for the funny comment!"
OCD IS NOT TAKEN SERIOUSLY Coming from someone who has OCD it is hard and I'm only 13yrs old I've had it for about 5-7yrs so I get it
I definitely agree with you! That was very brave of you to admit. I'm very proud of you! You can be an avid advocate for mental health, no matter how old you may be. You are our future.
Thank you, for speaking up, and taking a stand.
Hannah! You are spunky and endearing. Your personality engages the viewer to keep watching and to see what you're going to do next.
You strike a great balance between being raw and educating society while incorporating humour throughout. I love the character's titles, especially
"The OCD enthusiast."
And oh gosh my favourite example is this part: "I am so diabetes about breakfast"
People need to watch this to learn more and to reflect on whether they are contributing to OCD's bad rap. Plus they'll get to enjoy all the quirks that make this video extra special.
+OCD Awareness My cheerleader :) Look how far we have come in one year! Happy almost anniversary of friendship. Thank you for your wonderful words, always. (Took a quick break from my paper to watch other's videos. Now back to paper. Will text you soon.)
+Hannah Zidansek Last year at this time, we had no idea a beautiful friendship was about to sprout! I just read my comment on your video from last year and whadayaknow, I used the words endearing and quirky to describe you.
And wait a minute, DID WE MISS OUR ANNIVERSARY?! You uploaded your video last year on October 7 and I'm guessing I commented the same day--it just says "commented 1 year ago." Regardless, Happy Friendshipversary!!!
You NAILED the description of every disease which is unseen.
I know this video is about 9 months old, but thank you for posting it. You had some awesome points there.
When I was trying to tell my (at the time) BFF that I had OCD her response was "you don't look like someone who has it". And I was also thinking to myself what an OCD person looks like. Finally I think she finally realized I do have it cause I cleaned her house the exact same way she would when I babysat for her two boys (she has it). My room is also not 100% tidy. But that doesn't mean I don't have it.
I have been diagnosed with it many years back by a trained therapist. And a friend of mine who is studying therapy also has mentioned that she noticed my OCD at work.
What people really need to learn is that everyone is different. So OCD effects everyone differently. We don't all have the same results with it. No one can tell who has it and who doesn't. It just ain't that easy y'all. Funny you should mention diabetes. Cause I have that as well.
So, very true!
Everyone does not exhibit with the same symptoms! I wish, that there were more awareness about this.
Another thing that many people do not realize, is that "OCD", is actually covered under the "ADA"!
We need more advocates out there bringing awareness the rights of others.
Thank you so much for sharing this. I really wanted to punch my 70 year old aunt one day but I just chose to sprint away from her. "You have OCD?" "Yes!!!" "Well just pray about and you'll get better." Bye old lady!!!!
As I stated, I've had OCD my entire life. I am also, a Christian. I believe in prayer, but I also believe, that God wants us to help ourselves. God gave everyone talents. That's why we have doctors, Psychologists, and Psychiatrists. Prayer, and positivity are great things, and they work very well alongside medicines that these types of physicians prescribe. OCD, is a chemical imbalance in the brain. Just as one would take say, metformin, for diabetes, someone with OCD, may take an SSRI, for their chemical imbalance. God is loving, and I feel that God places those physicians here for people to acquire help. There is nothing wrong with seeking help!
The smartest people in this world got that way, by not being afraid to ask the most difficult questions.
Ummmm, I sure hope that my statement made sense. It did in my head. Lol!
In response, I pray that the person who said that to you, develops more understanding. I wish you the very best.
Love this. Can relate to every single one! It's beyond infuriating when people trivialise and make light of such a horrid disorder that I honestly wouldn't wish on anyone!
People who don't have OCD are always like "oh I have OCD because my room is always clean and I like to be clean" me "nope not even close that's is not OCD whatsoever" I hate it when people do this
Emily Dishman I know! There’s a MASSIVE difference between being particular and being tourtured!
OMG SAME!! Honestly I'm so sick of not being able to vent to anyone because they don't understand and won't take the time to understand
I know it is a video from some years ago but thank you so much for this video! I wish everyone could watch it and get a better understanding of this illness :)
Yes! I love this! I've heard so many of these things. Ugh. :( Keep spreading awareness!
I also use diabetes as an example like you did because since people know diabetes is so serious, they hopefully start thinking that mental disorders are just as serious. Saying "I like my desk clean, I'm so OCD!" is the same thing as saying "I have low blood sugar, I'm so diabetes!" It's ridiculous! OCD is a serious disorder and you give that message in a great way.
By the way, cute dog! :)
+ShalomAleichem Thank you so much for your encouraging words! Diabetes is always my go to comparison when I'm comparing a physical disorder to OCD, and like OCD, diabetes does not have a cure but it can be kept under control with treatment!
No problem. :) Good point! I hadn't thought about that comparison!
I have recently been diagnosed with OCD and have been struggling with depression and anxiety for over 20 years. It was getting quite scary, urges are getting in the way of my life, I have been having problems with people at work, many people think it is funny to put rubbish on my desk, re-arranging my desk and write obscenities on my work equipment, they have made me feel suicidal, anxious and paranoid, many people I work with don't understand mental illness and I'm having a hard time explaining it. I will be starting therapy next week and I have been on medication for the last 3 weeks. I started searching RUclips to understand this condition so I can cope, I was stunned to find out just how long I have been dealing with this without it being diagnosed, after watching this video and others and knowing that I'm not alone gave me a great sense of hope, this is the best I've felt for a long time, thank you so much.x
Life gets so much better after diagnosis. Putting a name to the isolating torture you've been experiencing is the ultimate validation. I'm so happy that you are finding hope in treatment and in the OCD community. I'm sorry you have struggled for so long alone. Know that you won't ever have to go back there again - it's not always going to be easy, but it will never be like it was. Also, your coworkers sound like straight up a-holes! I'm sorry you have to deal with that kind of bullying on top of your OCD and anxiety - I went through major ridicule when I started college and it really broke my spirits, I ended up transferring schools. WIshing you the best on your journey. You got this.
I felt your pain, when I read this. I have OCD, and one of my biggest issues is contamination, Well ofcourse people think its funny and try to touch me with dirty hands etc. People are so cruel.
@@HannahZidansek I love the way you help people, Hannah. You are a beautiful person, inside and out. It helped me to know that you needed to switch schools in college. Sometimes I feel that others are trying to break my spirit, too. Thanks for your validation!!
Hannah, I just saw that you won the contest! Congratulations! You deserve it! :D
+ShalomAleichem Thank you SO much! I loved your video.
Even pyschatrists are poorly trained on this. "You don't have OCD you have to have compulsions." *doesn't even ask me if I have compulsions or obsessive thoughts, just dismisses me the second I say it* my therapists thinks I have OCD though. I use to think I was past it cause I would wash my hands constantly as a child and I thought that's the only thing OCD was. Then my therapist suggested I could have it and did so more digging up on it. I ruminate and have repetitive thoughts and constantly seek reassurance and lose sleep over ruminating. Not sure how that's not OCD. Not getting help is killing me though.
I've just come across this video some minutes ago but I totally love it. I do not have OCD but I just feel like insightful videos like this really help people realize that they need to think carefully before saying
I've gotten every single one of those comments. You are 100% right. OCD is not taken seriously at all. People don't realize how devastating and debilitating it is...Thank you for posting this.
I've lived with pure OCD since age 10. I used to be under the impression that OCD's symptoms only had to do with wanting to keep things clean and organized, meanwhile wondering, "Why do I have all these horrid thoughts running through my head all the time?" It resulted in stronger facial tics at age 19.
OCD comes in all forms, a lot of the most common forms are never what you represented in mainstream media, which is a shame. Although I deal with contamination issues which I suppose are "stereotypical", I also deal with intrusive and obsessive thoughts that do not include rituals.. still trying to find a way that I can present that to the world.
Stumbled across your video. What a fantastic find, your sense of humour is brilliant and its wonderful to see such a alternative take on this crippling illness.
Over 25 years of grueling overlapping simultaneous types of intricately interwoven types of COD myself here, and a few months ago I was in the shower for 16 1/2 hours. Wake up call to kick OCD's butt forever! You are an inspiration for many people here, and in my opinion, a natural in front of a camera! Stay strong! :)
OCD- not COD. Anyway (typo obviously). Everyone take a deep relaxing breath and smile!
Love this video!! Hannah, you did a terrific job explaining your point "What not to say..."!!! Yet...this is riveting and clever.
+Betsy Ritchie riveting and clever? I will take it! thank you so much!
"Just don't do it"...it really doesn't work like that. Even after being diagnosed my parents still don't understand I can't not do it. Also, I have a head shaking thing and I get dizzy too 😂 It's really hard trying to do it in public without people noticing and when they do and they ask you what you are doing...I just feel embarrassed/ashamed
Great Job with the Video and the courage to speak up and give people an understanding of OCD.. The real disorder not perceived disorder people think because they have certain traits they feel as OCD!!
I have pure obsessional ocd but I find this video hilarious but it's not a laughing matter, a couple of my friends tell me to get over it but they don't understand.
I'm so, sorry, that you've had to deal with the ignorance of others. Please, hang in there, and know that you are not alone.
My husband had OCD and he sort of compared it to being in prison. And the inmates constantly try to get in your cell to hurt you and the only way they won't, is if you do what they say. That sounds unbelievably terrifying.
Wow! What a chilling and accurate depiction. I hope your husband is doing better!
Hannah! I love this. I didn't know how to reply to your comment, but YES I was at the OCD conference this past summer. I think I remember seeing you during the dance party (so fun). Wasn't the conference just wonderful?! I am very excited for Chicagooooo next summer :) LOVE your video. So relatable. I know that I have heard every single one of those comments. Also, love your way of using humor to convey very powerful messages. I think that is often the most poignant way to reach people. Keep doing what you're doing! :)
+Brea Harris TAKE 2! (I was signed in originally with the Google account one of my co-workers and I share for work stuff) Anyway! Here we go again: When I saw that Hannah asked you if you were at the conference, I was like, "I THINK I SAW HER TOO!" So hello! See you in Chicago :)
+Brea Harris Brea, Thank you!! The conference was unbelievable! Next year at Chicago I will be sure to properly introduce myself! Your kind words and support mean the world!!
A really bad thing to say is also :
“It doesn’t have to be perfect”
AGREED! That's a pet peeve of mine. It's extremely frustrating, when others, simply do not understand the struggle!
I've got excoriation disorder, a form of OCD in which the sufferer picks excessively at their own skin.
My dad used to tell me to just stop, until my doctor officially diagnosed me with excoriation disorder. If I were to just stop in the middle of a picking frenzy, I would not be able to concentrate and would be extremely stressed because I can still feel a flaw in my skin.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. OCD has had a very challenging impact my life, I continue to try and stay strong but it is such a debilitating and invisible illness. I have been told by my Mom that it is all in my mind, it is not real and all I should just stop, its silly, and so much more. It has destroyed relationships and has made me feel the need to isolate.
I am not from the most developed region and I can say OCD isn't a first world problem. I had suffered for 17 years.
Awesome video - my partner struggles with OCD and I too am struggling with how to help them and also how to cope. Thanks for making this! --Clare
You took the words right out of my mouth Hannah. Thanks for this!!
a thing that drives me mad is that having your shit together means having OCD to the "doctors" that judge us everyday , yes I count everything and want everything symmetrical and sometimes even have a meltdown but it doesn't mean I don't have it because my room is messy !
The title is the main reason that i have watched your video..i like very much the funny vibe that you add in the video ,it was very cool but i know it came out of frustration.i have pretty severe ocd with checking things ,mostly things that i care about..like my guitar or my pc for example and i also have something that is called a sensorimotor ocd which has ruined my f..... life,any way.Most of my friends say things like the ones you mentioned in your video and i m just tired of it..in the past i didnt care much..but lately i m pretty pissed off when i hear bullshit like these coming out of their mouth..anyway,,i know this is an old video..i truly hope you are feeling better.cheers!
This video was honestly a break for me. When people straighten their pens and then say something like "I'm really OCD today," it's the most agonising and tormenting thing to hear. Or "you're not OCD. Your handwriting's not that neat and you're bed rooms untidy," whilst my main thoughts are when is the next time and bleach and scald my hands? OCD is truly debilitating. The way it's portrayed as an adjective to describe a preference to being neat is so pathetic and ignorant.
Really excellent, Hannah. Thanks for this.
My mum always says “ you don’t go jumping of cliffs do you ? Cause you have control” ughhhh I know mother
I hate it when my friends tell me that I can't have OCD because I'm not neat, Not all people that have OCD are neat😑
The other day i opened up to a friend about my OCD and she said "thats not a illness"😃😃
Great video and very well said!!!!
I once had someone who knows I suffer with this tell me "I wish I was a little OCD so I would be more organized"
Just.....wow!
This made my entire year, thank you😌
Haha awesome video. Humorous yet profound. Good work.
I don't tell ppl I have ocd I just let them ask "WHAT'S WRONG WITH YOUR HANDS!?" and "ARE YOU OKAY!? WHAT HAPPENED!?" to Which point I just respond awkwardly "umm I guess I just have dry skin, or something..."
This video rocks!! Great job!
+Mel Quigg Thank you Mel :)
Keep advocating. It matters.
I hate it when they dismiss OCD because that's not a "real problem." It's pretty sad people don't have food or water in Africa or some other places, but that doesn't mean that OCD is a walk in the park. I completely agree with you with everything you said :)
That's why it's a good thing you are educating people about this disease.
Dear Hannah Zidansek,
My name is Bowen and I’m from OCD Acceptance. I personally suffered for OCD for over 6 years and as I recover, I started this website to raise awareness to the disease. I watched your work on RUclips, and I am so impressed by your courage and bravery. As an OCD sufferer, so I could understand part of your struggle. OCD Acceptance is starting a new cause to bring patients closer to advocates like you. We are hosting free online events live twice a month and I would like to invite you to share your stories and struggles with other OCD sufferers following us. It would be an honor to have someone as accomplished as you to share with us, so please let me know if you are interested, thank you so much.
Bowen
Thank you for getting it. Just thank you.
I have severe OCD to which I had to stop continuing my studies because most of my rituals consumed most of My time and I couldn't catch up with my class work! I am now at home dealing with OCD/depression trying to find a way out, I am constantly crying and sometimes just want to commit suicide but I am trying to beat it. It's so difficult to deal with everyday, I get intrusive thoughts that bother me so much I start screaming and crying my eyes out.
CallmeHass I believe in you and I am happy that you are trying. My rituals ruined me too. I used to wash my hands compulsively until they bled...keep breathing, keep waking up. Try to envision a positive future even though it's torture and pain now. Keep going!!!
Thanks for the informative video Hannah! My gf told me to come watch it :)
I don't tell anyone about it, because they either don't believe it, think I just want attention, or don't understand what it is. I'll try to explain, and they just disagree and yell that they're right and I'm wrong. They don't understand and I want people to know why I do weird stuff sometimes. And they think it's just being neat or being a perfectionist. I wish I could show this to everyone in the world.
THANK YOU!! I am so tired of people and their shit. -_____-
I have OCD, I am only thirteen but if somebody makes Eye contact I feel gross and upset I don't like being touched I don't like loud noises and I have intrusive thoughts constantly and I hate that people say they have OCD if they don't
Thank you for making this video!
Make more videos! They are hilarious but facts I have OCD and right now my room is a mess
Finally i have found someone who understands. Literally I hate it when people say this shit, when people say "haha....sorry it's just my OCD..." OH SHUT THE FUCK UP! It's like me crying at a film and saying "oh I'm sorry it's just my depression". So before people who don't have OCD or who just dismiss obsessive compulsive disorder, please think about what your saying because what you are saying is sooooooo wrong.
I have OCD and when people call me out on the compulsions I do I say that "it's just my OCD" so idk
+Morgan Lynn i know what your saying but i was talking about the everyday people who might randomly moan about not having their books neatly placed on a shelf and then saying "oh..... Hahah its my OCD' thats what makes me angry, people saying the phrase as a describing word, because it isn't a describing word, its a mental illness.
I WILL KEEP WATCHING YOU UNTIL YOU END YOUR CHANNEL
Words are our special skill most species we know exsist cannot speak so we should use are special ability
I know this came out a year ago but it's so relatable and everything she says in has happened to me and sometimes it was my mom that would say these things or my family 🙄
i dont exactly have ocd but my parents keep being the "helpful friends" to me. like my god dad/mom if i could stop pulling my hair i would've done so years ago
i love your channel
Nailed it Girl...
Very funny and engaging
I'm not sure if I have ocd, but, these things are what have me wondering:
If I do something once, I have to do it twice. For example, If I accidentally tap the wall with the index finger on my right hand I have to touch the wall with all my fingers then repeat, I would then do it with my left hand. After I would go to every wall in the room I am in and tap the wall twice with all of my fingers.
If I take one chip, I have to take another, then two more for my other hand.
If I use one pump of lotion I have to do it again then twice with my other hand.
I hate the color red, I'm not even sure why. It stands and it makes me angry.
I have to look both ways before crossing the street, four times looking left then four times looking right.
I can't step on cracks or those little lines on a side walk, if I do I have to go back eight steps and try again.
Before I open the fridge I have to tap on it four times with each hand, then eight with each foot.
When I misspell something, I have to erase it or backspace and start over, I can't use auto correct.
Before I open a door I have to turn it four times left then four times right.
I have to proof read everything I write and fix atleast two things, but I think that's just something I will always do.
If I am asked to stop reading, I have to read until the lines of the paragaph are an even number until I stop.
I have to put my left foot into my shoe first, then my right.
Those are some of the thing's I do, judging by, do I have ocd? Or is it something else?
I would go to a doctor. I hope everything goes well if you do :)
Sade Olsen You most likely have ocd. :/
Sade Olsen maybe. Maybe get checked by your doctor
So relatable!
I have been diagnosed with severe OCD and my "best friends" keep telling me they have the same thing and I'm so sick of it.
When people ask me why I do the things I do I tell them I have OCD they say I'm lying and doing it for attention. I'm 14 and I don't know the age people get it but I hate it. I have to spin around when I walk a certain way and I have to check things, open and close doors, and turn on and off lights MULTIPLE TIMES!! And when somebody touches me I have to touch them again so it's an even number but it's so embarrassing. OCD sucks because I realize I'm doing it and I can't stop
It's okay MIchelle. You get in a loop , I get those too. As you get older you will develop coping mechanisms, that will help. For example sometimes I get into a checking things loop and of course self doubt comes in, so I take pictures with my phone of the things I check. Sometimes it helps. Sometimes I have to count to a certain number and I would make up and end word. You will learn to cope with it. It must be overwhelming at 14.
Thank you for the video.
OOH MY GOODNESS my name is Hannah and I have OCD too. And these things really annoy me. I hate it when people are particular, and then assume they have OCD too. OCD is a serious problem.
Good Job!
Loved it!!
I am 14 and I'm thinking I'm showing signs of ocd. My grandma & my mother also have ocd but I don't want to overreact and try and label myself. I do have repeated ritualistic behaviors that I do to relieve irrational anxieties I form. I try to stop but then I will become fixated and I can only relive the anxiety by performing the act, it is very hard to stop myself. However, it isn't exactly hindering my life, in a major way at least. I don't want to make a big deal out of something I might just be overreacting to, but I also fear that with time it could get worse. For example:
Every night I must check every faucet in the bathroom even if I know they aren't running, I don't know why if I try to resist it gets stronger. Tonight I checked 3 times.
I can't let myself sleep without going through my nighttime routine, most consisting of making sure all my stuff is in its place. My room is not necessarily tidy but I have to have it organized in a certain way. I check all the faucets and I check my wardrobe in case something is hiding in there. I don't really believe that there is something hiding in there, at 14 its a bit ridiculous for me to think that. Its just the anxiety consumes me.
When I was younger I used to have a hand washing ritual where every time I washed my hands I HAD to use 3 pumps of soap and lather 15 times or else I had to start again but I've gotten that under control now
I am constantly haunted by the obsessive thought I might kill someone in a violent outburst. I have never had a violent outburst, I'm not a violent person but the anxiety still persists
When my bed is made I have 2 pillows 4 small cushions and 3 plush toys. At the end of my bed I have two blankets folded on top of each other. I have to have these on my bed in the correct way. It angers me a lot to see my bed get messed up or for the things to be in the wrong order.
These are some I counted off the top of my head. I've tried my best on my own but now I'm not sure what to do and I don't want to burden my family.
Have you tried ERP therapy?
"I guess my take away message for this would be Stop it, Stop doing this, Stop it." Imagine telling this to someone also with OCD lol... OCDCeption
I have OCD, and you're very pretty haha
These things really remind me of what people say about my misophonia.
oh my god yes. 1:46 i get this ALL THE TIME. at one stage my room was so unbelievably messy and a friend said to me "i KNOW you don't have OCD because of your room" and i was so close to ripping my ears off
You are so sweet and engaging!!! Haha Dr. Phil!
+Richelle Turner Thank you Richelle :)
Lol you’re funny
I’m being treated for OCD, and fortunately haven’t been offended by many comments from people... mostly because no one’s talking about OCD, in any serious sense of the term.
and also it’s not something I identify myself to others by, since it’s not visible thing.
so pretty much only family and girlfriend are aware.
i have ocd tysm for this video!
3:01 my respond to that would be well that the whole point that my mental disorder i obsses over things even the smallest things im literally batelling my mind evryday no to mention all the horrible and obssesive tougths and stupid conpultions and rituals that stress me out also i hate cleaning i try not to clean cause it overwhelmes me easily i have to have someone to help me clean cause i canot do it on my own
I think I might have ocd if I look at a certain door I have to look at the door a surtain amount of time and if someone walks through it I have to times the number I was counting by by two and open and close sertain things and blink a certain amount of time. I have a number 3 and multiples of 3
My doctor love's me. I go in and tell her pictures are offset.
Thank you
That intro though
thanks
I hate my ocd
Hello a few days ago i got real picky about how i place my stuff on my table and i get mad when i walk on the street or step on a crack
Theduckhunter50 thats called being a perfectionist
Theduckhunter50 perfectionist = things must be even, cemetrical,organized,everything must be perfect
I feel youuuuuuuuuuuuuu
I was watching this and I told my dad that I was watching a video about OCD and he told me that I can just stop it if I try hard enough 🙃🙃🙃🙃
That's sad. I'm a 56 year old woman that has had it for 30 years and it really doesn't ever go away. It may get a little better and then worse but it's always there. Tell your dad, compassion goes along way. I bet when you get anxious your OCD is worse, so his statements aren't helping. I would never do that to my child.
Wait, I thought OCD was
Over
Cognitive
Disorder
Someone please explain.
Result: People with OCD have no humor.
Great video. I had loads of fun watching it I used to suffer from a very extreme OCD. I collaborate in a friend's website ocdsupport.tk and its facebook profile for support and awareness and I've just posted this video. If you want to join us or to take a look, you're very welcome.
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