Avatar Posted by k2l9f4 135 days ago (Question)
I've been having these problems were I can't control my thoughts...soon it gets worse and worse till I feel sick or tired,then I start having an anxiety attack.I seem to panic and panic and it gets worse and worse till it reachs someone elses attenion except they don't know what to do about it.I've went to the doctor but he said nothing was wrong and that it was normal.I don't know anyone who feels the same way I do.How can it be normal?It's not...I tried looking up what's wrong with me but i can never get an easy understandable answer.This problem keeps me from sleeping at night...I've tried counsling but it only helps when I am actually going through the procees and i can just reach in my pocket and pull out a person to talk to..life doesn't work like that.So,I need some help.What is wrong with me?Why is it happening?Why do I some symptoms lead to one thing and other symptoms lead to other things?How can I get rid of it?Or help try to get rid of it?I just can handle it any longer...I don't know what to do!


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Written by Edahn 135 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

It might bee OCD. No one can really control their thoughts. They just learn how to sift through them to pluck out the best ones and ignore the other stuff going on. People with OCD get paranoid about the meaning of some thoughts so they try and control what enters their mind. But they more they try and steer they thoughts away from one thing (control it) the more they inevitably start to think about that think, and they end up being held hostage by their thoughts.

I'd suggest you 1) read about OCD 2) see a therapist 3) try sifting better and not freaking out. If it gets worse, go see your doctor and tell him what you're experiencing.

Best,

Edahn

Written by bellacutie 135 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

I think you should go back to your doctor and if he/she doesn't help you, then find a new doctor. Edahn's right that it's normal to have many thoughts. The best way to control them is not be afraid of them. When you start to feel anxiety taking slow deep breaths really helps - you might want to get into meditation. Stay away from all caffeine including soft drinks and energy drinks(red bull). You can do the same thing in bed at night - taking SLOW deep breaths and relaxing one at a time, your body parts. Some people with panic disorders actually feel like they're dying at that moment and they start to fear the panic it's self and it becomes a never ending circle. The way to disarm it, is knowing that a panic attack won't kill you - relaxing and calming yourself will make it go away. GL, Bella

Written by drjean 135 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

k2, I'm sorry that you're struggling with this, and that the doctor minimalized it. :( Pervasive thoughts, and what we call "rumination" at night time can affect your entire life, especially when it disrupts sleep.

While it is common, and perhaps nothing is hugely "wrong" for now, it can lead to other issues. You can begin to work on that type of thinking by learning about cognitive distortions in thinking, and how to counteract them. See this link in PC Psychotherapy Forum -a sticky post at the top.

http://forums.psychcentral.com/showthread.php?t=17919

(I doubt links are clickable, but you can type it into the address bar and go there.)

Go back to the counselor and see if he or she can help you perfect the way to handle these types of thoughts when you get them. It takes some time because you didn't create the bad habits of thinking and reacting this way overnight. But you will find success at the end of the line. (It might be easiest to choose just one particular thought or way of thinking at a time, to help you focus and not feel like everything is "wrong.")

Good wishes

drjean

Written by Clyde 122 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

I also recommend going to see the counselor again and explain about your convoluted thinking.

Best,

Clyde

Written by Maggieshelpcenter 113 days ago Rating: 0 | Rate Answer: + -

Have you ever heard of racing thoughts? So many different mental health issues sound close, but each are very different and require different treatment.

A suggestion is, by the side of your bed, keep a pad and pen, and try to write down your thoughs, unless of course it's happening so fast, it becomes muddled. After a night of this, next time write down what you can, make an appointment to see a DR.-ask around for a good Dr. one who uses behavior modification, and possibly mild meds combined.

Be careful, and make sure to ask about side effects. Many people will say, oh that makes me gain weight, no, a med may increase your apetite, but your life and what you eat, increase weight. Here is an important thing. Try to change some habits, if you smoke, a lot of coffee, lessen them, and get a lot of fresh air. Get a hobby. Buy some cheap paints and canvas boards and play. Maybe you already paint, so volunteer to help a neighbor, cook a meal, go to the library and learn, take an adult education class. These little things will help you to focus, at least a little more. Good Health, Maggie


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