Guest guest Posted December 15, 2003 Report Share Posted December 15, 2003 Hi may name is tara. I have a 6 year old daughter with ocd. Her symptoms statred when she was 4-lasted 3 months then went away for 21 months. Her symptoms started both times in mid-October. The first time it was extreme separation anxiety, fear of preschool, she couldn't stop burping, and she kept asking the same questions that had to be answered " right. " I read alot of books and informed myself because I had OCD as a child on and off for years. My husband had it as a teenager. This time she has obsessive thoughts (I hate my mom, dad). Shes over that and now has to wear pony tails and keeps looking in the mirror because if she doesn't she might become ugly. Some days her symptoms are extreme (especially if shes bored) and some days nonexistant. She is very articulate in talking about her problems. I went to a psychiatrist and he wanted to put her on medication then treat her. I then went to a psychologist who appears to be more helpful and wants to do behavior therapy. I live in the seattle area and would love to find someone who truly specializes in OCD treatment and children. I would also like to know if anyone else has children whose symptoms come and go. If there are any parents whose children have had success from cbt. I have such a panicked feeling for her future and want to know any opinions on medicating a 6 year old also. OCD has not interfered with her school or social life yet. I'm so glad I was able to find this group. Thank you in advance for your support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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