Meet Julie
'People think it’s just about cleaning. They don’t understand the anxiety. The thought is going round and the anxiety builds up.'
OCD
Obsessive compulsive disorder is often misunderstood and stigmatised. So we've put together a selection of videos, articles and other useful information to break down the stigma and raise awareness.
Busting the OCD myths
Around half a million Australians live with OCD. Many feel their illness is misunderstood.
OCD: the symptoms you don't see
Tim shares his experience of living with OCD, the symptoms people can't observe and how acceptance gives him strength.
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