Why do I have the need to touch everything. I dont have rituals and do not count but feel the need to feel things. Can sombody tell me what I have?

Answer 1

Distinguishing between certain complex motor tics and certain compulsions (e.g., repetitive touching) can be a problem. By convention, tics are distinguished from "tic-like" compulsions (e.g., compulsive touching or blinking) based on whether the patient attaches a purpose or meaning to the behavior. For example, if a patient feels an urge to repeatedly touch an object, this would be classified as a compulsion only if it was preceded by a need to neutralize an unwanted thought or image; otherwise it would be labeled a complex motor tic. Tics are often identified by "the company that they keep": if a complex motor act is accompanied by clear-cut tics (e.g., head jerks), it is most likely a tic itself.

Answer 2

It sounds like you might have a sensory processing sensitivity, which can lead to a heightened need to touch and feel things in your environment. This is not a diagnosis, but if this behavior is interfering with your daily life, it may be helpful to speak with a mental health professional for further evaluation and support.