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Confronting OCD: Awareness Key to Support and Understanding

10/29/2025

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Brian Coombs, founder of the OCD Foundation of Utah, has lived with OCD since age five and sought therapy after his LDS mission.
He urges greater OCD awareness, noting the condition often remains undiagnosed.
Coombs describes OCD as a bully that seeks control and must be confronted.
Many misconceive OCD as only cleanliness; intrusive thoughts can disrupt daily functioning.
Education and understanding are crucial to supporting those affected by OCD.

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Story summary

Brian Coombs, founder of the OCD Foundation of Utah, has lived with OCD since age five and sought therapy after his LDS mission.
He urges greater OCD awareness, noting the condition often remains undiagnosed.
Coombs describes OCD as a bully that seeks control and must be confronted.
Many misconceive OCD as only cleanliness; intrusive thoughts can disrupt daily functioning.
Education and understanding are crucial to supporting those affected by OCD.