‘Don’t Touch It’: How Fear Of Dirt And OCD Trapped An 11-Year-Old In A Cycle Of Anxiety
Last Updated:March 27, 2026, 08:00 IST When habits become rigid and fear-driven, it may be OCD. An 11-year-old’s struggle highlights early signs, emotional toll, and why timely intervention matters For some children, touching a doorknob or seeing dust can trigger panic, and this is how OCD turns ordinary moments into …