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Yes, the feeling of "yes" to such a question can indeed be a manifestation of OCD, particularly if you're experiencing intrusive harm thoughts. OCD can produce very distressing and unrealistic thoughts or feelings that don't align with your true character or intentions.
kodyislandkodyisland
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- 1y
@Justin Trout i have a question too. can ocd also manifest as like you feel like you’re going to do something from your thoughts ?
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@kodyisland - Hey! Thanks for you question. Yes, OCD can manifest in a way that makes individuals feel like they might act on their intrusive thoughts, even though there is no genuine desire or intention to do so. This experience is common in OCD and is known as "obsessive fear." The intense anxiety and doubt caused by OCD can lead to a heightened state of self-monitoring, where individuals become overly concerned that they might somehow lose control and act against their values or intentions. It's important to remember that these feelings are symptoms of OCD and not reflective of one's true character or likelihood of action.
gp gp
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@Justin Trout Hi Justin. Can I ask wether it’s common this feeling of ‘yes’ or feeling ‘it’s true’ manifest with SOOCD too?
gp gp
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This ‘feeling like yes’ smashes me so hard with SOOCD. I’m like “could I kiss a guy?” Or “am I actually gay?” Or “do you want to be gay?” And my mind often is convinced or it feels like a yes. This despite never questioning my sexuality until this came in at 26, and loving thoughts about women. Horrible disorder. I hate it. I hate it so so much.
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