Zoophilia (bestiality) OCD

This OCD subtype relates to fear about being sexually or romantically attracted to animals.

Common compulsions may include:

-          Seeking reassurance that you are not actually attracted to animals

-          Avoiding animals or even pictures of animals

-          Trying to have somebody else present when you are in a proximity of an animal (such as your pet)

-          Monitoring your thoughts and engaging in internal debates

-          Checking of you have a groinal response when you think of or see an animal

Like all other OCD types, Zoophilia and bestiality OCD can be successfully treated by a combination or ACT and ERP