Hey @Target this sweater isn't cute or funny. OCD is a serious mental illness that shouldn't be mocked. pic.twitter.com/zXkSY7leiz
— Kate Gannon (@garrulouskate) October 29, 2015
The red knitted sweater that reads "OCD Obsessive Christmas Disorder" was met with criticism on social media from users who say the sweater makes light of obsessive compulsive disorder, which affects more than 2 million Americans.
Can't wait for the rest of @Target disease themed fashion line. Next up: PTSD (People That Shop Disorder) pic.twitter.com/kf0ZBxnnOm
— Allison Raskin (@AllisonRaskin) November 9, 2015
Target is pulling an 'OCD' sweater. I am annoyed we still live in a world where picking fun at mental health is okay.
— clarinet fittie Ⓥ (@fit_with_hips) November 11, 2015
Not everyone with the disorder was offended, though. Some even said the sweater made them laugh.
Let's not get super offended by the target #OCD sweater. I have actual OCD. OCD is not a joke, but it's just a sweater. Calm down ppl.
— Maya McNeal (@mayamaya_papaya) November 11, 2015
I'm #OCD and I think the sweater is a great Ugly Christmas Sweater addition @Target #dontpullthisitem
— Rich Daddy (@SourSpeech) November 11, 2015
Though Target's version is the one under fire, variations of the sweater can be found from other retailers such as Amazon, Zazzle and Redbubble.
Target has responded on Twitter, writing that the company "never intend to offend our guests with the items we sell." As of Wednesday morning, the sweater was still available for sale on Target's website.
@dat_maya_tho02 We never intend to offend our guests with the items we sell. We've shared your comments with our Merchandise team. Thanks.
— AskTarget (@AskTarget) November 10, 2015
