“Can a person with OCD live a normal life?”

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“Can a person with OCD live a normal life?”

I am a 34 year old male who was diagnosed with OCD. I get very anxious if I don't complete things my way. Can a person with OCD live a normal life?

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**Dr. Babu R. Vadlamudi** Psychiatrist Livonia, MI · Accepted Answer

Dr. Babu R. Vadlamudi Psychiatrist Livonia, MI

No. Prolonged OCD leads to depression.

**Dr. David J. Koehn** Psychologist Fort Myers, Florida · Accepted Answer

Dr. David J. Koehn Psychologist Fort Myers, Florida

This link should be helpful in answering your question:

https://www.verywellmind.com/can-people-with-ocd-live-normal-lives-2510565