What are the 4 types of ocd?

From my experience with therapy, these four types are helpful labels, but OCD is more of a spectrum disorder. People shouldn’t self-diagnose; professional consultation is always best.

I’d add that while these categories are common, mental health experts emphasize that OCD is highly individualized. Someone may have symptoms from more than one type. If you want detailed info, you can check resources from International OCD Foundation.

I’ve seen contamination and checking types most commonly discussed in media, but intrusive thoughts type is often hidden because people feel ashamed to talk about it. Raising awareness is as important as listing the types.

The four main types of OCD are usually described as: - Contamination & Cleaning - Checking - Symmetry & Ordering - Intrusive Thoughts Each category can overlap, but these are widely recognized subtypes.