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I'm raising money and hopefully awareness, tolerance and understanding of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder by paragliding off the 6550ft Babadag (Father Mountain) in Turkey! It takes 45 mins to 'fly' down and apparently the drive up can be even scarier! Until recently OCD was thought to be a psychological condition, but brain scans have shown there is a biochemical imbalance in the brains of those who suffer OCD.
It is said that up to 1 in 30 people suffer some level of OCD but it only requires treatment if it begins to seriously impact on your life. Serious sufferers can be house-bound and therefore have given up work and many things which used to bring them pleasure. OCD minds never stop buzzing trying to deal with the issue and not give in to the compulsion to wash, count, retrace steps etc., the anxiety can be incredible and exhausting. If you think you or anyone you know may have OCD, visit ocduk.org which will help with diagnosis, latest info on treatment (drug and drug-free), support groups and NICE guidelines etc. Quick diagnosis can help stop OCD spiraling out of control and changing your life.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: OCD-UK gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.
So please sponsor me now!
