Exactly the same every day

[cecilialuna8Participant]

I have the exact same intrusive thoughts every day and they are evil. I’m aware of how repetitive this all is and how hopeless it is to fight against ocd and think maybe it isn’t worth my time. I give them way to much attention and always worry and am convinced that the thoughts won’t ever go away and that is 100% true. Nothing explains why the anxiety never lessens and really I’ve become used to it. I heard the goal of CBT to become bored by your thoughts and not fearful of them but I doubt it works. Anyone recommend CBT?

[Forum Moderators]

 

Hi:

Forum Moderators here – just checking in, as it’s been a while since we replied to your topic.

We want to be sure you know that, in addition to contacting the OCD Action Helpline and Email Service, you can visit our website’s Resources page: https://ocdaction.org.uk/resources/

You’ll find lots of helpful web-based resources on topics such as:

• An introduction to OCD
• Assessment and Diagnosis
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy with Exposure and Response Prevention
• Funding specialist treatment
• Getting a Yes from the NHS
• Good Quality CBT with ERP
• I am a parent of a young child
• Making the Most of Therapy
• Medication for OCD
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
• Preparing for a GP Appointment
• Primary Care for Adults
• Reassurance seeking
• Secondary Care for Adult
• Student Space: Management and Keeping Well
• Support at University
• Support for Families and Carers
• Treatment Options
• Treatments Not Recommended for OCD
• What to Look for in a Therapist
• Your Journey through the NHS

[CT300Participant]

Hello. If you can find a therapist that specializes in anxiety and OCD / intrusive thoughts. It’ll be scary at first but it’s worth it. I am doing that now for my thoughts as they are evil as well. I told my therapist the exact type of thoughts and everything. Like ripping a bandaid off. Trust me , whatever it is your thinking I’m pretty sure they’ve heard it all before. Just find a therapist you can trust that’ll introduce you to ERP and CBT training and tools.

[Forum Moderators]

Forum Moderators here:

Thanks for posting on the forums – we just like you to know that if you want to talk to someone who understands, you can also contact the OCD Action Helpline – our Helpline volunteers provide confidential information and support for people with OCD (and anyone who thinks they may have OCD). Most volunteers have personal experience of OCD; all understand how it can impact your entire life.

Contact our Helpline by:

• phone: 0300 636 5478
• email: support@ocdaction.org.uk

You can also find out about support groups on our website. These offer a safe place where you can talk openly about OCD and support other people too. Our information about UK-based groups can be found here:

• Local independent support groups: https://ocdaction.org.uk/i-need-support/local-support/
• OCD Action Skype/Phone/Zoom support groups: https://ocdaction.org.uk/i-need-support/ocd-action-skype-phone-zoom-support-groups/

If you don’t live in the UK, you can look for groups near you on the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) website. Look in the section “Find Help” and then under “Listing Types”, choose “Support Groups”: https://iocdf.org/

And please remember that you’re never alone – OCD Action is here to help and support you.

Best wishes,

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