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Re: Thanks (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
I am so happy that you came upon my article and that it gave you some added insight into your brother's condition.
The good news is that with therapy and medication OCD can be controlled. It is often so hard for the family to understand why OCD folks do and act the way that we do but once they read up on OCD the family has a much greater understanding.
Feel free to email me any time if I can be of further assisstance.
Peace..
Mimi
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Aug 27 '04
12:41 pm PDT
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Thanks (Reply to this comment)
by sardav
I really enjoyed reading this. My brother was diagnosed with OCD this year (came as a complete surprise to the whole family) and reading your essay has brought some points to light that not even the Drs told us about. The thing about about repetitive negative thoughts really hit home because I've never been able to understand why my brother will still bring up slights and grudges from years ago. Thanks for helping me understand my little brother just a little bit more.
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Aug 26 '04
9:58 pm PDT
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huh.. (Reply to this comment)
by gatorgirlie
There are quite a number of things that you mentioned in this review that I've always passed off as little quirks of my bi-polar and anxiety disorders.
Things such as rude actions or words spoken to me will linger on much longer than they should, I will lay awake at night stressing over whether or not I paid the phone bill (which, of course, I always have), or I'll drive home during errands to check and ensure I didn't leave the iron on.
I refuse to take medicine for any of my disorders, but at least this gives me new information (especially just by pointing it out) on how to go about fighting these obsessions.
Thanks, Jen
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Jul 07 '03
9:55 pm PDT
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Re: oh my god. (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
Megan...
Get it checked out with a professional, of course, then start working on it...
Best of luck to you.
Mimi
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Jun 08 '03
6:52 pm PDT
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oh my god. (Reply to this comment)
by millergirl1116
After reading this review. I realised that i do have OCD. The things i have passed off as being normal are in fact not so normal. I have Obsessive Compulsive Disorder.
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May 30 '03
11:26 pm PDT
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Re: Worthy Epinion (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
Mike~
I will say a prayer for your friend that she does get the help that she desperately needs.
As I look back on my pre-Luvox days, I realize how distressing many of my behaviors were for my friends and family. My God!
Peace and blessings,
Mimi
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May 21 '03
7:12 am PDT
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Worthy Epinion (Reply to this comment)
by mike.holmes
While I personally don't suffer from OCD, a person very close to me does and this article may help solve her problems. Of course, I say I don't suffer but in reality all people close to her suffer as she refuses to get help. Hopefully, your keen insight will help her. Thanks.
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May 20 '03
11:15 am PDT
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Re: Re: Bravo!!! (Reply to this comment)
by AinsleyJo
Works for me, too!!!
Keep on sharing!!!
Love,
AJ :o)
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May 20 '03
9:47 am PDT
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Re: Bravo!!! (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
Ainsley~
Thanks again for your warm and caring comment!
I believe that if an essay is written in such a way that the reader can interact with what the author is writing about, chances are that the impact of the information on the reader will be greater.
This technique has worked with and for me.
Thanks for dropping by and being such a positive support in my life!
God bless.
Mimi
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May 20 '03
7:57 am PDT
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Re: Openess and sharing (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
John~
Yes, indeed. Writing about my issues is therapeutic as well as thought-provoking. I figure that the more people who are exposed to information on such conditions as OCD, the more likely they will begin to understand what people dealing with it go through on a daily basis.
Thanks for sharing, Mr. Paxil (smile).
Mimi
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May 20 '03
7:53 am PDT
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Bravo!!! (Reply to this comment)
by AinsleyJo
Bless you for your courageous, reader-friendly sharing of something that I'm sure isn't easy to write about!!!!!!!
A friend has a son who's OCD, and this condition has often been misunderstood even by the "experts," which has been hard on both the boy and his parents.
When he became college-age, he had this roomie who wanted to get a rise out of him re: his obsession with contamination, so he did something really evil such as either urinating on their dresser mirror or else ejaculating on it.
Things like this show the ignorance associated with living with people who have mental disorders.
My guess is that the "normal" guy was acting out of fear--that he wanted to reassure himself that there was a difference between him and his roomie.
As in: "I'm well, because I can cope with this, unlike you!"
The scary thing is that the offending roomie was studying to be either a doctor or a teacher--can't remember which. But I would hate to put my trust in such a person for either the health or the education of my family/myself.
It makes you wonder who actually IS "not normal."
Hugs & Prayers!
AJ :o)
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May 19 '03
10:37 am PDT
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Openess and sharing (Reply to this comment)
by JBduckling
your personal well being is appreciated, Mimi. That is what makes Epinions so great as we have no secrets! Sharing something so sensitive is difficult but theraputic! Me, I'm a poster child for Paxil! Have a good weekend.
John
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May 17 '03
7:57 am PDT
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Re: So Much of This... (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
John~~
Thanks for stopping in and reading and commenting.
I am happy that the meds and therapy are helping your mom. Now, if only I can get my dear brother to seek help! He has been suffering for years with OCD but refuses to get help...
(Note--More prayer, Mimi, more prayer!)
Thanks again, John.
Mimi
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May 17 '03
6:44 am PDT
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So Much of This... (Reply to this comment)
by Bruguru
Has hit home. My mom has been suffering from OCD for years. Fortunately, with medication and therapy she has managed to regain control of her life. This is a very important review. Thanks so much for sharing it.
Cheers!
John
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May 16 '03
9:59 pm PDT
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Re: You are just full of . . . (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
I just had the best laugh out loud experience after reading your comment about work!!!!!!!
You slay me!!!
Thanks for reading, commenting and making me laugh!
Mimi
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May 16 '03
2:00 pm PDT
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You are just full of . . . (Reply to this comment)
by RedDiva
. . . great information! This is an extremely helpful and informative review. Wish I had an EH button. Or a UH button (Über Helpful).
I've suffered with OCD ever since I graduated from college. Seems I can't stop myself from getting up and going to work every single morning! What's up with that?!?
Another wonderful review, Mimi! Thanks!
~ Deb
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May 16 '03
9:12 am PDT
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Re: The Kitchen Stove (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
Thanks very much for the comment, David.
You may be right in that most people have some form of obsessiveness. I would be curious to know how many people who consider themselves "normal" do any of the things I mentioned in this essay or even more..frequent hand-washing, pimple picking, coloring hair more often than necessary, incessant house cleaning...you get the idea.
I didn't mention the fatal attraction type of obsessive compulsion where the love scorned become stalkers..making unlimited phone calls to the pursued, watching their home and workplace, buying them multiple gifts, sending unsolicited emails and letters...that's when the OCD is TOTALLY out of control!
Thanks so much for your comment!
Mimi
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May 13 '03
3:51 pm PDT
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The Kitchen Stove (Reply to this comment)
by DavidMac
For all I know, I could be a borderline obsessive... checking my kitchen stove to see if it's turned off is a big issue with me, but only a few times have I been so concerned that I would turn around after driving five or so kms to check it. Usually, I'll just end up checking it two or three times before walking out, and usually abling to brush it away from my mind when I leave.
I think that everybody probably has a mild form of obsessiveness with something.... it's probably just when you have too many obsessions that cripple you that it becomes a problem, but what do I know? Very good write -up. bye
David
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May 13 '03
1:10 pm PDT
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Re: A nice piece. (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
That would be a great thing to do for your wife.
May I suggest printing it out and leaving it lying around where she can 'accidentally' find it.
Mimi
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May 12 '03
2:09 pm PDT
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Re: A good service to the public. (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
~~Treeseed.....
Thanks for this comment.
I hope that this editorial will inspire others to seek help, if they feel the need to.
I have hundreds of books, CDs, shoes, kitchen utensils, glassware...many unused and unopened, due to various OCD shopping expeditions. LOL
Mimi
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May 12 '03
2:07 pm PDT
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Re: Re: Well done Mimi (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
Thanks, Susie!
My DH has helped me a great deal, too. When I was with my first 2 spouses, my OCD was undiagnosed and, as I know it now, totally full force.
Perhaps it was part reason for the demise of those 2 marriages? Perhaps.
I am happy that your anxiety/panic attacks are not giving you trouble.
After spending the weekend with my mother and two daughters (who are young mothers) I came home today and sadly, went shopping!!
I see that I still need to work on my compulsion to deal with some emotional stuff through spending money.
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May 12 '03
1:44 pm PDT
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Re: Well done Mimi (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
Jo...
I'll bet my med list is longer than your med list! Just kidding..it's really nothing for me to joke about. However, sometimes comic relief is the best way for me to go.
Thanks for reading and commenting on something very important to me.
Mimi
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May 12 '03
1:39 pm PDT
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Someone - (Reply to this comment)
by Granniemose
very dear to me suffers from this disorder, I believe. At least the symptoms seem very similar.
My next step is to try to persuade her to get a diagnosis. It is brave of you to write about this, and the shining part is that the condition can be helped, if only the victim can be convinced that it is a medical problem. Thank you for writing this - it may make a difference in someone's life.
Virginia
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May 11 '03
9:04 pm PDT
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A nice piece. (Reply to this comment)
by voxpoptart
My wife has mild OCD, and has considered treatment for it at times. She sometimes reads Epinions since i've joined; i'll pass this one on to her.
best,
-Brian
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May 11 '03
7:55 pm PDT
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A good service to the public. (Reply to this comment)
by treeseed
Well done, Mimi. I am definitely a sufferer of this syndrome. In many ways it almost defines me. It has been a problem and it has even at times been an asset. Let's just say I am a very thorough person. That has made me an excellent employee and an excellent home-maker, but if you read my 20 Things from Corpgent's W/O, you know I also have 5,000 books and 10 cats. I also collect antique glassware. I am really a collector and I know that's from my Obsessive/Compulsive disorder. The way my life is structured it really isn't a problem for me, but it has been in the past. SRIs and I do not get along but I know they are helpful in controlling this condition. This piece was a good and helpful contribution to the well being of the community. Thank you.
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May 11 '03
5:32 am PDT
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Re: Well done Mimi (Reply to this comment)
by Susie-34668
It is always good to write about mental health problems. I am a recovering anxiety/panic attack person. I will never be free of it, and yes, when I was with my first husband I would check things a dozen or more times. Now I am with the most amazing man, and that part of my life seems to have just gone away.
Hugs coming your way.
Susie.
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May 10 '03
7:29 pm PDT
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by stockholder
This was a very enjoyable read.. You are a great writer.
Have a happy Mother's Day.. I will most likely be away until Wednesday so talk to you then.
Chuck
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May 10 '03
5:30 pm PDT
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Well done Mimi (Reply to this comment)
by jo.com
We'll have to share our med history sometime. I know May is mental health month. I thought about writing about panic disorder but I think it has been done, in fact I've probably written about it. Glad you are able to get some relief. That is one heck of a diagnosis to have to live with. jo
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May 10 '03
12:44 pm PDT
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Thanks so much!! (Reply to this comment)
by Mimi369
~~Nikita~~ Thanks so much for the great comment. Life is tough but then whoever said that it would be easy? Through trials and tribulations come great character building opportunities. My character will someday be rock solid. God bless!!
~~Comixfan~~ Mimi358 would not explain that I have three children (3) and that I am five foot nine (69 ") tall...LOL...Nice thought
though!! (wink)
~~Nedi~~~ I will use every possible chance to use my experiences to help others. Thanks for getting to know me a little bit more.
MIMI
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May 10 '03
11:32 am PDT
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Very Informative... (Reply to this comment)
by nedipooh
This has been so helpful. And it's helped me to get to know you better. You're handling this in such a positive way. I'm sure that there are quite a few folks out there that will be helped a great deal by your words. Nice Job!
8-)
~~Nedi~~
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May 10 '03
10:26 am PDT
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