Is It OCD or Just Anxiety? How to Tell the Difference
Many people ask themselves, “Is this OCD or just anxiety?” It is one of the most common questions psychologists hear, and for good reason. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) can look remarkably similar. Both can involve distressing thoughts, doubts, uncertainty, repetitive “what if” questions, reassurance seeking, and significant anxiety. Because both conditions…

