Is Washing Hands all the time a sign of OCD?
The answer is not that simple. Yes, some people who are OCD do constantly fear contamination, it’s one of the leading symptoms. No, not everyone who washes their hands a lot is OCD. If you wash obsessively to the point that it runs your life, then yes, it could be an issue. Try to pay attention to what makes you think about washing your hands, how often, and if it controls your life to the point of obsession. Remember, the O in OCD stands for “Obsession,” or the constantly recurring thought. The C is the “Cumpulsion,” or actually acting on the obsession. Both play an equally important role in the actual disorder, so pay attention to how and when they arise and the level to which you feel the need to react.
