Reply To: Harm OCD spike that is distressing me

[johna2Participant]

Sorry you are still getting bothered by OCD, but I think you know deep down in your heart that the LAST thing you would ever want to do would be to intentionally hurt your cat. If you really wanted to hurt your cat you would have done it by now. OCD latches onto that which we love the most or find most value in…..the baby, the cat, a friend, your religion etc etc. It’s cruel.

Personally, I stopped taking SSRIs 4 years ago. I was having trouble with anxiety/depression/ocd and my then doctor wanted to double my dose. I was not easy about this as I was getting significant side effects, including constant brain zaps. So I ignored what she said and gradually came off meds. That FOR ME was the right course of action. A doctor friend of mine agrees. I’ve been more or less clear of mental health problems for the last 4 years. I tend now to think of meds as a short term relief. But relevant therapy is more effective. Also, for me, doing a lot of reading has been very helpful. But I guess there is no “one size fits all”. Everyone is kind of unique. Keep the conversation open, and try to get more than one opinion.

All the best. Sending you love. I do remember you and I’ve always thought you are a good person. x