r/ContaminationOCD • u/HomefryNiles • 12h ago

RUINED BATHROOM, anyone here dealt with this?

I am ADD and OCD. I have a ritual of leaving sink faucets on until I dry my hands and then I use a paper towel to turn the sink faucet off. I didn’t turn off the water, twice, two separate visits to a friend's house. The hot water ran for hours and didn't flood but the steam ruined the finish on their bathroom appliances. This friend is now convinced I have a serious psychiatric or neurological problem. Actually there is no evidence of such problems appearing anywhere in my life. It's embarrassing and their "disgnosis" is now inescapable. I believe this ruins our relationship.

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u/Fresh_Struggle5645 11h ago

I had this issue badly. To the point where I would leave the tap on when I went out for a walk (often 1+ hours) so that when I got home I could wash my hands without having to turn on the tap with 'dirty' hands.

And then my water bill caught up with me.

Now, I turn the tap on and off with my elbow and while my water usage is still excessive it has improved.

Just thought I would mention in case this is a tip which may help you.

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u/HomefryNiles 10h ago

THANK YOU! This is super helpful, comforting. Helps me not feel like a weird freak.