Jbgys543
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- 2y
Worse at night
Does anyone else seem fine through the day but their anxiety gets worse at night?
AnonymousAnonymous
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- 2y
This is common for those of us who have OCD and anxiety to experience an increase in our symptoms at night. This is most likely because we are busier during the day and have less time to think. When nighttime comes around, we have less that we are busier with and more time to think. Does that make things more clear? I'm sorry that you are experiencing more anxiety at night, I know how that feels. Have you discussed this with a therapist before?
Jbgys543Jbgys543
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- 2y
@Anonymous Not yet, I haven’t had therspy yet but I should be starting in 11 days
AnonymousAnonymous
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- 2y
@Jbgys543 - I'm happy to hear that! Would you mind sharing with me if you will be starting therapy with a NOCD clinician?
Declan Declan
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- 2y
Yes! As the nightime hour draws nearer, I'm slowly filled with dread. But at least we're not alone.
justsomone1justsomone1
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- 2y
Yes , more of when I stay up all night. like 2-5 am
Faded_Citadel777Faded_Citade...
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- 2y
Same with me. Also my anger sometimes gets worse as well.
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