OCD Awareness Week 11th – 17th October 2026
OCD Awareness Week 2026 is a UK-focused campaign dedicated to raising awareness, correcting misconceptions, and promoting effective treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). For more information on the campaign go to www.ocduk.org/ocd/introduction-to-ocd/
Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is a serious anxiety-related condition that affects 1.2% of the population, which is around three quarters of a million people here in the UK based on current estimates. Together with their families, who support people with OCD, and are frequently involved in their rituals, this means Obsessive–Compulsive Disorder is a part of daily life for over 1 million people every single day.
National Mind provides information about understanding OCD, how it can affect you and where to get support and treatment. There is also a section for family and friends. You can also find videos and blogs sharing people’s experiences of living in the condition and what they have found helpful.
If you are a young person affected by OCD you can go to www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/mental-health-conditions/ocd/ If you are a parent worried about your child and how to support them there is a guide www.youngminds.org.uk/parent/parents-a-z-mental-health-guide/ocd/ or you can call the Young Minds Parents Helpline for free on 0808 802 5544.
If you are worried about OCD, a good starting place is to speak to your G.P. to find about local support and treatment. We have an Advocacy Service that can support you to raise your concerns and speak with your G.P. For information on our Mental Health Advocacy Service please go to www.mindcharity.co.uk/brighton-and-hove/advocacy
If you would like to find out more information about OCD you can also speak to one of our Mental Health Advice Workers by calling 01273 666950 or email us info@mindcharity.co.uk
For more information on how to find local mental services including crisis support you can also go to: www.how-are-you-really-feeling-sussex.nhs.uk
