OBSESSIVE COMULISVE DISORDER SCREEN



People with OCD experience intrusive thoughts (obsessions) that cause distress, leading to repetitive behaviors (compulsions) to ease anxiety.

This tool can help assess if further evaluation for OCD may be beneficial



Do you frequently experience distressing, unwanted thoughts, urges, or images that feel intrusive and hard to control? such as:

  • Worrying about contamination or germs, even if there is no real danger.

  • Unwanted sexual, violent, or religious thoughts that go against your values.

  • Fears of harming yourself or others, even though you don’t want to Yes ____ NO ___



Do you engage in repetitive behaviors or mental rituals to relieve anxiety or prevent something bad from happening? such as:

  • Excessive hand-washing, cleaning, or organizing

  • Checking doors, appliances, or personal belongings repeatedly

  • Avoiding certain places, people, or situations due to fear

  • Seeking reassurance from others or online searches for answers

  • Mental rituals such as counting, repeating words, or reviewing past events Yes ___ NO ___



In the past month have these obsessive thoughts or compulsions

  • caused noticeable distress or anxiety?

  • interfered with your ability to function at work, school, or in social settings?

  • Taken up more than an hour of your time each day? Yes ____ NO ___ If you answered yes to two or more of these questions you may have OCD. Call today - 307-998-8081 to set up a free consolation with Dr. Fohrman to find out what treatment options are available