Yes, depression is caused by OCD in a significant number of cases. Studies suggest that nearly 60-70% of people with OCD also experience symptoms of depression at some point. This comorbidity—when two or more disorders occur together—is not just common but deeply interlinked.
When obsessions become unbearable or compulsions start interfering with daily life, feelings of sadness, guilt, frustration, and even despair are natural responses. Over time, these feelings may develop into clinical depression.
