Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Support Group
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a psychiatric disorder, more specifically, an anxiety disorder. OCD is manifested in a variety of forms, but is most commonly characterized by a subject's obsessive (repetitive, distressing, intrusive) thoughts and related compulsions (tasks or rituals) which attempt to neutralize the obsessions.
Long story short, I mentioned to my therapist how I have these shitty obsessive and intrusive thoughts that have messed with me my entire life and she diagnosed me with OCD.
I honestly thought I was just a freak of nature that thought weird and horrible things to the point of panic attacks, and it never once occurred to me that there was a disorder involved.
I was just curious to see if there was anyone as oblivious to this as I was before being diagnosed and, if you don't mind, I would like to hear your stories and what methods/medications/etc have helped you in stopping intrusive thoughts.
Thanks :)
I honestly thought I was just a freak of nature that thought weird and horrible things to the point of panic attacks, and it never once occurred to me that there was a disorder involved.
I was just curious to see if there was anyone as oblivious to this as I was before being diagnosed and, if you don't mind, I would like to hear your stories and what methods/medications/etc have helped you in stopping intrusive thoughts.
Thanks :)
Over the years, I've tried many medications, Lexapro, Zoloft, and Paxil. No medication has completely freed of my obsessions and compulusions. I've been drug free for about a year. I now see a therapist, and she focuses on hypnosis, relaxation techniques, and medication. The alternative methods work well for me. I am able to alter my thinking and calm my anxiety. It gives me a sense of control.