We all have daily rituals we like to act out in our lives, from keeping our homes tidy to hanging out the washing a certain way.
But for some, rituals like these become a compulsion that alleviates anxiety.
It's called obsessive compulsive disorder and while many of us jokingly say we have OCD, this condition is far from funny for its sufferers.
If you want to know more about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Syndrome, visit Dr Emily O’Leary’s website, or contact your local public health provider.