Is Obsessive Compulsive Disorder covered by ADA?

The short answer is: Yes, OCD is covered by the ADA.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities. It defines a disability as a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities. The ADA covers a wide range of disabilities, including Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

OCD is a mental illness that is characterized by recurrent, unwanted thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions). These obsessions and compulsions can be time-consuming and distressing, and they can interfere with a person's work, school, and social life.

The ADA protects people with OCD from discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations, and other areas of public life. Employers are required to make reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities, such as allowing them to take breaks to perform their compulsions or providing them with a quiet workspace. Landlords are required to make their properties accessible to people with disabilities, and they cannot discriminate against tenants with disabilities. Public accommodations, such as restaurants, stores, and theaters, are required to be accessible to people with disabilities, and they cannot discriminate against people with disabilities.

The ADA is an important law that protects the rights of people with disabilities. People with OCD should be aware of their rights under the ADA and should not hesitate to file a complaint if they experience discrimination.