| I don't think it's a sickness that causes somebody to engage in aberrant behavior. |
| I'm waffling here, unwilling to say we were snobby or we were justified in our behavior, but I can see it from both sides. |
| So, it doesn't excuse the behavior but I think it explains the atmosphere that gives rise to the aberrant behavior. |
| These behaviors generally are intended to ward off harm to the person with OCD or others. |
| Alcohol may serve as a cue, making certain behaviors more accessible and likely. |
| Although these sort of behaviors or consequences often accompany addiction, they are neither always present or inevitable. |
