Can you be in a relationship with someone who has OCD?

“Many who have OCD and obsessive-compulsive personality disorder (OCPD) choose not to date and avoid intimate relationships. There are many reasons people resort to this choice; chief among them is the desire to prevent or lessen their anxiety through avoidance of stressful situations.”

How can I help my boyfriend with OCD?

Quick LinksA Partners Mental Illness Brings Challenges for You as Well.Educate Yourself on the Disorder as Much as Possible.Accept Your Partners OCD Diagnosis with Compassion.Carefully Monitor Your Own Well-Being.Seek out Support and Maintain a Healthy Self-Care Routine.Nov 11, 2016