If you think you may have OCD, it’s natural to have many questions. 

Take this quiz to help you determine whether you might benefit from an evaluation by a mental health professional for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).
Remember: This quiz is only a screening tool. This quiz is no substitute for a proper diagnosis from an expert and we would encourage you to schedule an appointment with our experts for more guidance on diagnosis and treatment.

OCD is characterized by two main components:
Obsessions: Repetitive, unwanted thoughts or images. 
Compulsions: Repetitive, ritualized behaviors a person is driven to do.

For each statement in the quiz, indicate the extent to which it is true by checking the appropriate response.


How Likely Do I Have OCD?

0-1 hours/day

1-3 hours/day

3-8 hours/day or more

How much time do you spend on obsessive thoughts such as concerns with contamination, keeping objects in perfect order, and unwanted or unacceptable thoughts?

Mild

Definite but manageable

Substantial interference

How much do your obsessive thoughts interfere with your personal, social, or work life?

Little

Moderate but manageable

Severe

How much do your obsessive thoughts distress you?

Try much of the time

Try some of the time

Rarely Try

How often do you try to resist your obsessions?

Much control

Some control

Little control

How much control do you have over your obsessive thoughts?

How much time do you spend performing compulsive behaviors (certain acts repeatedly) such as excessive cleaning or grooming, checking light switches or door locks, counting or perfectly arranging objects, examining your body for signs of illness, and reassurance that you said or did something correctly?

How much do your compulsive behaviors interfere with your personal, social, or work life?

Little 

How anxious would you feel if you were prevented from performing your compulsive behaviors?

Rarely try

How often do you try to resist your compulsive behaviors?

Much control 

How much control do you have over your compulsive behaviors?

You have answered this quiz in such a way as to suggest that you do not likely currently suffer from an obsessive–compulsive disorder. If you find yourself having recurring, unwanted thoughts that disrupt your daily life and compel you to take an action, you may want to speak to a mental health professional about OCD.

OCD Unlikely

Based on the responses to this quiz, it is probable you are suffering from an obsessive–compulsive disorder. OCD is a serious mental health condition that centers on obsessions, compulsions or both. OCD is not solely related to germs or cleanliness, but those can be common themes. However, it would be advisable and likely beneficial for you to seek a professional diagnosis from a mental health professional. 

OCD is Probable/At Risk

Based on your responses to this quiz, you are most likely suffering from an obsessive–compulsive disorder. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is one means of treatment by which you can stop obsessive thoughts. Through CBT, our experts will focus on helping you to recognize negative thoughts and find new ways of responding to them.

OCD is Likely/High Risk

How Likely Do I Have OCD?

Brilliantly

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