My Dad’s Ocd about real events

[youngwomanParticipant]

Hi Last year my Dad was diagnosed with OCD but he has a this theme, he has what he calls historical intrusive thought about real events that frighten me sometimes. Heis thoughts are so vivid that they make me panic and sometimes I am horrified.

I know it is just thoughts but what confuses me is why his thoughts are about real events from years ago. He ruminates and reviews past occasions and mostly those are the worst but sometimes he’s triggered by current real events and I’m so confused .

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Forum moderators here:

We just want you to know that you can also contact the OCD Action Helpline and Email Service to talk to or email someone who understands OCD.

Our Helpline volunteers provide confidential information and support for people with OCD (and their families, friends and carers too). Most volunteers have personal experience of OCD; all understand OCD and how it can impact the lives of family, members, friends and carers. Contact our Helpline by:

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

Best wishes,

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