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Identify triggers and patterns of behavior from "summary" of REWIRE YOUR OCD BRAIN by CATHERINE M. PITTMAN AND WILLIAM H. YOUNGS
Understanding your triggers and patterns of behavior is a crucial step in managing your OCD. By identifying the situations, thoughts, or feelings that tend to set off your obsessive thoughts or compulsive behaviors, you can begin to gain more control over them. Triggers can vary greatly from person to person, but common examples include stress, certain environments, specific people, or even certain times of day. By paying close attention to when your OCD symptoms tend to flare up, you can start to see patterns emerge. Once you have a better idea of what triggers your OCD, the next step is to examine the behaviors that follow. This could involve things like repetitive handwashing, checking locks multiple times, or constantly seeking reassurance from others. It's important to note that ...
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