10 Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #2: Unwanted Sexual Thoughts
It’s natural to have sexual thoughts. As human beings, we are hard-wired to feel the need to procreate. Unfortunately for people with OCD, these thoughts can be aggressive and can come at inappropriate times. Known as invasive thoughts, these thoughts don’t always reflect the nature of the person with OCD. This can make these thoughts incredibly uncomfortable and can lead to issues with a person’s self-esteem.
For example, a person with serious OCD may experience invasive sexual thoughts regarding a family member or teacher. In many cases, the harder that they try to resist these thoughts, the more powerful that they become.
