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The Long Listen: Corrie star on OCD storyline

If you’ve been watching Coronation Street lately you will have seen the character Craig Tinker struggling with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).

It's a condition that affects 1-2% of the population and has been described as.one of the most disabling illnesses by the World Health Organisation.

Actor Colson Smith, who plays Craig, told ΒιΆΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 5 live that he's had an amazing response to the storyline.

He told Tony Livesey that he’s really proud and hopes the show has β€œdone it’s bit to stop the stigma and raising awareness for OCD”.

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