MissMaxwell
- Date posted
- 6y
SlayingtheocdragonSlayingtheoc...
- Date posted
- 6y
Just go to a therapist and work on it, it’s no one’s business but your own, I wouldn’t tell your mom about the intrusive thoughts...they’re nothing to be ashamed of but having your mom stress out about it isn’t gonna make your situation any better....TRUST me
AnonymousAnonymous
- Date posted
- 6y
Well firstly, it’s good that you were able to identify just anxiety problems from OCD. That’s a big step. My parents were also super opposed to therapy and the way that I found best when coping with my OCD is kind of just taking the symptoms head on and one at a time. Try to identify your biggest compulsion and doing the exact opposite. For example, I had a huge problem with obsessive hand washing, so I started to keep a log of how many times I washed my hands and why. After about a week, I realized that washing my hands about thirty times an hour was unhealthy and the reasons I was washing them were dumb, so I decided to only wash my hands when completely necessary (before eating, after using the restroom, etc.). It was definitely the most difficult symptom for me to get over and I had a few panic attacks along the way, but once you eradicate that first compulsion, it only becomes easier. OCD will keep throwing new compulsions at you though, so you want to talk to at least some sort of medical professional; even a regular doctor could help you manage any panic attacks you may have as cause of your OCD. And remember that you’re not alone. OCD sucks, but it’s definitely manageable and you can totally do this ❤️
AnonymousAnonymous
- Date posted
- 6y
i can relate to this so much on the level of being scared to tell my mom/fam about my intrusive thoughts. I felt like I would sound like I needed to be admitted to a mental institution. I remember telling her everything and she told me she knew I wouldn’t do any of those things but my mind was the one counteracting shooting me responses like why would you have these thoughts then. I told her I needed help and my parents although they didn’t know much about ocd back then, they knew I wasn’t myself. I know your mom is opposed to therapy but I truly recommend seeing a psychologist and getting help. Having your mom help with the compulsions may wrap her up in giving you reassurance and you may rely on that much more (I know I did before therapy). I know your mom is opposed to it but seeing someone who is trained in helping those recover from ocd is so beneficial. you got this!
AnonymousAnonymous
- Date posted
- 6y
shoot :/ I’m sorry. I’d say give it one more chance if you feel up for it. you can’t control how you’re feeling and you know what you need. if she won’t agree to it, I’d say seek it yourself because no one deserves to suffer and not get the help they need
Mike1234Mike1234
- Date posted
- 6y
Interesting picture of OCD- https://www.behance.net/gallery/70808309/OCD-Infographic
SlayingtheocdragonSlayingtheoc...
- Date posted
- 6y
Dang, yeah that sounds tough, ask again, and MAKE SURE you don’t let her make you feel bad about it...her stress doesn’t have to be yours, just say “I’d like to try therapy to help me manage my stress”.....and good luck dude!
you.are.enoughyou.are.enough
- Date posted
- 6y
I'm sorry your mom is so opposed to therapy. Maybe you can try talking to your regular doctor/pediatrician about your OCD and how you really want therapy to get on the right track to recovering even though your mom is so opposed. The doctor may be able to act as a middleman and talk with your mom, and at the very least, they can possibly give you some resources or advice on how to get the help you want. I would also recommend checking out the IOCDF website. It's such a helpful resource. While you're on the site, you might also want to try contacting someone who works for the IOCDF and explain your situation to them. They may be able to connect you to resources or give you advice on how to move forward. Sending you strength & hope!
MissMaxwellMissMaxwell
- Date posted
- 6y
Thank you! if i can’t get my mom to let me go to therapy then i’ll try to just tackle it myself.
MissMaxwellMissMaxwell
- Date posted
- 6y
The last time i asked for more therapy she started yelling and crying and said that she wished that this last year meant more to me, and that was moreso about anxiety in general. I’m really worried that she’s going to blow up if i try to talk to her
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