Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners Season 1 Episode 6

Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners Season 1 Episode 6 James & Jodi, Kristy, Kay & Dilip

  • March 20, 2013
  • 44 min

Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners season 1 episode 6 follows James and Jodi, Kristy, Kay, and Dilip as they navigate their respective compulsions and anxiety disorders through cleaning. The episode begins with James and Jodi, a couple from Littleborough, UK, who are struggling to maintain their pristine home amid Jodi's obsessive cleaning tendencies. Jodi spends hours each day organizing and sterilizing every surface in their home, leaving James feeling neglected and frustrated. With the help of fellow cleaner, Jasmine, Jodi learns to balance her need for cleanliness with her relationship with James.

Next, the episode follows Kristy, a mother of three from Southport, UK, who suffers from extreme anxiety that manifests in her need for cleanliness. Kristy spends over eight hours each day cleaning her home, often neglecting her children and personal relationships. The episode delves into Kristy's struggle to let go of her compulsions and live a more balanced life.

The third segment features Kay, a hoarder from Brentwood, UK, who has amassed an overwhelming amount of clutter in her apartment. With the help of obsessive cleaner, Mark, Kay begins the long and emotional process of decluttering her home and breaking her hoarding cycle.

Finally, the episode ends with Dilip, a lawyer from London, UK, who suffers from crippling anxiety that manifests in his need for order and cleanliness. Dilip's compulsions have left him housebound, unable to leave his apartment for fear of encountering germs and dirt. With the help of fellow cleaner, Hayley, Dilip learns to confront his fears and take small steps towards a more balanced life.

Throughout the episode, viewers gain insight into the lived experiences of individuals with anxiety and OCD, and the impact these disorders have on their daily lives. The show also offers a glimpse into the world of professional cleaning and the empathetic individuals who help those struggling with compulsions and anxiety to find a sense of calm and balance in their homes. With compelling personal stories and moments of triumph and vulnerability, Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners season 1 episode 6 is a moving and insightful exploration of the human condition.

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Description
  • First Aired
    March 20, 2013
  • Runtime
    44 min
  • Language
    English