It is thought that OCD runs in families and it is not uncommon for people afflicted to be in denial or refuse treatment initially. Several people in my own family (including me) have OCD. Is there anyway you can get your mom in to see a pdoc or even a regular doctor?. There are a lot of good meds out there and plenty of help for your mom if she'll accept it. I know it's not always easy getting them in though. ((((((((ocdaughter))))))))