
Kissing doorknobs
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
A teenage girl navigates the challenges of obsessive-compulsive disorder, learning to manage her anxieties and build healthier relationships.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and some romantic tension are present between characters.
No violence is depicted in the narrative.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is used.
No substance use is depicted.
The protagonist struggles with anxiety and intrusive thoughts.
Anxiety-induced scenarios can be unsettling.
No occult elements are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on personal growth and mental well-being.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in facing her OCD.
Faith is not a central theme, but resilience is shown.
Friendship and familial love are important aspects.
The protagonist learns to accept herself and her struggles.
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