When people hear “OCD,” they often picture someone who likes things neat, washes their hands a lot, or double-checks the stove. While that is certainly how some people experience OCD, that description is entirely incomplete, and for many people, it hides the real problem.

The truth is, OCD is really a disorder of getting stuck.

 Stuck in thoughts.
Stuck in doubt.
Stuck in loops that feel impossible to escape.

If you’ve ever felt like your mind won’t let go, no matter how much you try, this might finally explain why.