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One would think that the only comparison between actor Daniel Radcliffe and David Beckham would be the fact they are both famous the world over.
Now it appears they have much more in common than meets the eye… Becks and Rads have both opened up about their Obsessive Compulsive Disorders.
Shockingly, OCD affects between 2 to 3 MILLION adults in the United States alone, however it appears that most people diagnosed will not even discuss it for fear others might think they are going crazy. In extreme cases, sufferers often need to wash their hands at least 5 times before leaving the house!
Nevertheless, with the likes of Beckham revealing he has it, this has led people not to be so judgmental of the disorder.
The Harry Potter star, 22 has now followed in the soccer star’s footsteps and er, come clean (ahem) so to speak, about his condition…
He says that he developed OCD at the age of five, admitting it got so bad that he used to take over five minutes just to turn off a light. Oo-er!
The British actor is now encouraging anyone with the affliction to turn to a therapist – because the counseling sessions have helped him keep his problem under control.
He said: “I had to repeat every sentence I said under my breath. I would encourage everyone to undergo therapy. It doesn’t mean you’re insane or weak.”
He added: “I haven’t had it this year so far and I’m missing it.”
Hmm, I bet that’s not the only thing Radcliffe is missing these days… Expecto Patronum!
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