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.

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supportplease 06/17/2011

I don't have rituals but my mind never stops. I worry all the time and when something goes well, I stop worrying about that and immediately think of something else to worry about.

I honestly see life and pain and misery. I find people mean and hurtful and I am sad all the time.

deleted_user 06/18/2011

until the DSM splits OCD into categories of pure O and the others him333 I would have to consider a spammer.

deleted_user 06/19/2011

Hi Support,

I have the same problem. I don't really have any rituals that I notice at least, if there is any it's on the mental level. All I do is try to fight disturbing thoughts 24/7. I usually try to distract myself by talking to friends, watching movies or writing. It still doesn't work very well. I am considering medication even though I have a fear of chemicals. Are you currently taking anything?

supportplease 06/19/2011

No not taking anything and don't really want to. Just want relief from these ongoing negarive thoughts.

deleted_user 06/20/2011

I have the same problem. My mind never shuts down. As a result, I rarely sleep and am in a fog most of the time. Then when I tell my stupid lies, I can't even remember doing it half of the time. How can anyone living in this world today not be worried? I don't even know if I will have a roof over my head tomorrow. I completely understand where you are coming from.

deleted_user 06/20/2011

It is likely that you have a form of OCD where there are not external or obvious or physical manifestations but lets not worry about labels -- the intrusive thoughts that you cannot control are a clear sign of OCD. You need to know more -- you need to get smarter about your situation before you seek help if you expect to find the RIGHT help. The two best tools for the management of intrusive bad thoughts are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Response Prevention. These are lifetime tools that enable you to manage the intrusive thoughts and lead a normal life. In the hands of a trained therapist, they are part of the way out of your mess. Visit ocdchicago.org and read about it -- this is the best site on the web for FREE and FULLY DOWNLOADABLE content that will help you and your loved ones get started on getting well

deleted_user 06/20/2011

Just so you know you're not alone, I worry constantly. And I don't just worry, I worry about really dumb stuff, stuff noone else would probably ever give a thought. It is maddening and worse when I am more stressed.

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