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What Causes Counting Obsessions In All Facets Of Life?

I have always had to count everything, I always know how many items are on desks, tables, chairs anywhere and I have to know that number to feel comfortable. My room has to be organized a certain way otherwise i cannot sit and my bed has to be made a certain way otherwise i can't be on it or sleep in it. All dinner table settings have to be completely straight or i have to start the setting over. Why does this happen? Is this normal?
Wed, 22 Oct 2014
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Welcome to HCM
We understand your concerns

I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is mental disorder which compels an obsession. Of course, you are having those compulsions. There are lot of mild compulsive obsessions which is followed by everyone across the world. These behavior comes out of their nature and circumstances. That does not mean these people have OCD. You are also one among them. instead of worrying about these obsessions, enjoy them.

If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques.

Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications.
Good luck.
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What Causes Counting Obsessions In All Facets Of Life?

Dear Welcome to HCM We understand your concerns I went through your details. I suggest you not to worry much. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is mental disorder which compels an obsession. Of course, you are having those compulsions. There are lot of mild compulsive obsessions which is followed by everyone across the world. These behavior comes out of their nature and circumstances. That does not mean these people have OCD. You are also one among them. instead of worrying about these obsessions, enjoy them. If you require more of my help in this aspect, Please post a direct question to me in this URL. http://goo.gl/aYW2pR. Make sure that you include every minute details possible. I shall prescribe the needed psychotherapy techniques. Hope this answers your query. Available for further clarifications. Good luck.