Harm ocd

Hi im new to this group but wondering if anyone has had a similar experience to mine. I went to doctors today for a review of new medication (mirtazapine) my previous doctor was update with her knowledge of mental health and had previously worked for crisis team (a support line for mental health here in the UK). Unfortunately she was on part of her training and it came to an end so I was left with a different doctor for today's review who was not understanding of my harm ocd at all. I asked for reassurance for my intrusive thoughts and in response was told its not normal because not everyone with ocd has them. I wasnt aure how to take this comment? It sent me into sheer panic as I left the doctors surgery and even worse rumination about wether or not I'm normal! I know harm ocd can be a taboo subject but I mean for a doctor not to understand is very frustrating. Anyone else experienced similar? I'm by no means seeking reassurance just wondering if anyone has had a similar experience.

Username: EstridEstrid

Date posted: 1y ago

I am sorry you met this person😥 unfortunately there are lot of so called professional that don't know OCD very well. If you were here I would give you a hug, it can be a terrible experience. Try to leave this behind you. You know what you need about yourself and OCD gives you doubt, thats "all"... And yes...I have net too many, even therapists, asking me why I think like I do...now adays just get a bit mad and frustrated, they should know better. Take care and hope you'll meet a more understanding doctor next time.

Username: S592S592

Date posted: 1y ago

Thank you. I've had a very frustrating day today as it heightened my intrusive thoughts even more since seeing that doctor it's increased my anxiety. Thank you for your reply.

Username: Narwhalxoxo Narwhalxoxo

Date posted: 1y ago

Intrusive thoughts and ocd have no limit, you can have thoughts about anything and any topic, definitely find someone new to talk to, when speaking to a therapist make sure that they specialise in ocd :)

Username: S592S592

Date posted: 1y ago

Yeah it's obviously still a pretty taboo subject I mean what confidence does it give us if we can't seek help from a professional, it's madness.

Username: hunny4salehunny4sale

Date posted: 1y ago

Yeah I’ve been having a few weird comments where I’ve research OCD so much I know more than like my general doctors and they will say things like “that’s just regular anxiety not ocd” when it’s just… not correct

Username: S592S592

Date posted: 1y ago

Thanks for sharing your experience too. Yeah I was really upset today. I mean I've suffered harm ocd since I was diagnosed at 15 and never come across a doctor so ignorant about it.

Username: AmandaareneAmandaarene

User type: OCD Conqueror

Date posted: 1y ago

My very first psychiatrist said I was manic because I was crying and freaking out over the harm thoughts, she said I needed depression medication and mood stabilizers. I kept trying to tell her I didn't have any of the symptoms of mania, she wouldn't listen so I found a new place and had a consult. He actually asked me questions in regards to the DSM5 and told me I was absolutely not manic, bipolar etc and apologized for how she treated me.

Username: S592S592

Date posted: 1y ago

I'm really sorry to hear that you had such a bad experience too. I also feel like im not being listened to properly. I hope you're managing better now you have found the correct help.

Username: Kenzie Madison

Date posted: 2y ago

Those with Harm OCD

Hey guys. I’ve been dealing with Harm OCD for around 3 and 1/2 months now, and it’s been extremely difficult to experience. I’ve had OCD my whole life and some of my family members do as well, one of my cousins actually has the same main subtype as me, but he was diagnosed almost a year ago when I didn’t have it myself. I’ve been going to an OCD & Anxiety Treatment Center the past week and I’m really struggling with the exposures we do there, as well as the ones we do at home. I constantly feel like I’m judging myself and I genuinely feel worthless, like I’m a horrible person to have unwanted intrusive thoughts like these. I feel like it’s so difficult to stay mindful and to not judge any of the thoughts that surface. Those with Harm OCD, have any of you here gone from debilitating OCD to living fulfilling lives? If so, what was the process like for you, if you’d like to share? Thanks and I hope you’re all doing well, or are continuing to improve.

Username: mslove

Date posted: 1y ago

Harm ocd

Hello everyone my journey with harm ocd has been so distressing and can’t even describe how lost and lonely I feel. I also had a moment yesterday where I had another moment of harm ocd and my thoughts were saying “yes just do it”. Brought me to tears. Has anyone ever experienced something like this?

Username: Anonymous 25#

Date posted: 1y ago

Harm OCD

Hello, My name is Dana, I’m new to this app but I’ve been suffering from harm OCD for quite some time now and it’s been extremely debilitating. I’ve never experienced anything like this EVER in my life. It started at the beginning of this year, I got hit like a runaway train with intrusive thoughts and it shook me to my core. I wanted to see if anyone on here has struggled or is currently struggling with harm OCD and could maybe share their stories? It would just be nice to feel less alone and maybe share what has worked/not worked. All I want to do is overcome this! Thanks in advance to all who respond.

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