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- 4y
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- OCD Conqueror
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You are so strong for battling OCD and reaching out for help. I remember when I first started going to a psychiatrist. I would recommend not holding anything back. The more info they give you the better they can tailor a treatment plan for you. A psychiatrist should definitely understand OCD. Also remember if the first medication does not work there are more. It took me a few times to find one that works for me. Good luck! I’ll pray for you!
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I will keep that in mind. Thank you so so much 🙏🏻
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Thank you very much I appreciate it
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Disclaimer:I have never tried to hurt myself but I have had thoughts but I would not hurt myself. It is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Stay safe 💚
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Hi there! I was so scared to go to my first appointment discussing my OCD. I kept it secret for so long I didn’t know how to explain it. When looking for a provider - make sure they specialize in OCD. I know meds can help some people - but ERP therapy is the gold standard form of treatment for OCD. It is the most effective treatment and most proven way to get better. I know many people will combine medication and therapy. But seeing an ERP specialist is the most important thing when overcoming your OCD. Also - here is a link for questions to ask when finding the right provider for you. https://iocdf.org/ocd-finding-help/how-to-find-the-right-therapist/
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- 20w
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I finally found the courage to seek a psychiatrist last week, when I got there I was nervous for obvious reasons and felt a bit guilty. I met the doctor and don’t get me wrong he was very nice and knowledgeable in the bigger scope of mental health. Asked me questions of depression, anxiety, if I see things others don’t etc.. However, while we went through the assessment I did not receive a formal “diagnosis” and seemed as though he came to the determination what I have is general anxiety disorder. I don’t disagree, I know I have anxiety! However, when it came to the point where we were wrapping it up I had a “BUT WAIT” moment. I explained I was a part of an OCD community where I had previously been doing therapy to manage OCD. He asked “well why OCD?” I replied, “I have constant thoughts very repetitive thoughts that follow a theme and they are extremely persistent.” It was then I knew I couldn’t let down the walls and go into depth, as I knew he wouldn’t understand. To validate what I already knew, I said “I have constant fears and worries about my children, myself, and religion. I think about these things all day long. In order to free myself from the feeling I have to say a specific phrase or word in my head.” He said “well yea that’s normal to have worries and fears about your family, your religion” and so forth. The feeling of disappointment is an under statement, this is more than just “anxiety” this is something that I struggle with daily and to have a professional discredit my daily fight was off putting. Not his fault, it demonstrates the lack of knowledge for OCD and treatment many of us have to face. Sorry for the rant, sometimes we just have to advocate for ourselves.. 🌸
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I’m on track to getting my diagnosis and i’m already questioning it. Pocd feels so real, and even though i once saw someone say “it has to feel real or you wouldn’t worry” which is like god level reassurance honestly, it hurts. I can’t look at children, they deserve better. My usual attraction seems to be gone and i can not think about anything else. At the same time i don’t really feel anxiety. I’m scared i don’t feel bad enough, if i just smiled maybe i honestly wouldn’t feel bad? I don’t have many other ocd symptoms either, except for some stuff when i was a kid and like questioning everything about myself. I’m clinging to the hope that this is Pocd instead of me being a Monster and at the same time i’m so sad that i have to go trough this. I don’t like myself but i’m sorry for my younger self. I just want to be held and be told that everything will be okay but how can i know? Even then i feel like comfort of that kind only really applies to others who are struggling and aren’t horrible like me. In so many ways i sm convinced i am a monster even though it might be a bit irrational. Maybe i’m a monster after all and then i should really get away from everyone i love. They deserve better :( After a lifetime of struggles (nothing super serious) i’m just getting started with therapy and i’m so.. scared. What if it won’t help? What if it turns out i’m the bad person i fear to be. Is there any way i can prepare or some tips or literally anything else? I would appreciate any wise words
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