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Your Number Is Up! (Magical Numbers and OCD)

Within limits, a certain amount of superstitious thinking can be a harmless part of normal life. The popularity of horoscopes, tarot card readings, good luck charms, and psychics in our own society bears witness to this. However, even in primitive societies where magic controls people's actions and decisions on an everyday basis, it is integrated into everyday life, regarded as a tool, and does not paralyze its users. In OCD, unfortunately, its usage and negative effects expand far beyond these ordinary limits. Beginning as a way to control anxiety brought on by obsessions, it gradually escapes the user's control, taking over their life, and actually generating greater anxiety than it was originally supposed to relieve.

Beyond OCD ’s sole purpose is to help those who suffer with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and the people who care about them. We provide access to facts and resources and offer practical information, encouragement and hope. Beyond OCD is dedicated solely to helping the OCD community.

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