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OCD attacks what we value, so of course it would go after our loved ones because we value them. It’s because we care so much that it becomes such a big obsession. OCD makes me feel like a monster sometimes too, but treatment is helping me. Accept that the thoughts will be there and try to keep living your life. You’re so much more than this disorder.
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What is your treatment. Harm ocd is definitely the worst.
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@Kls2121 I’m in therapy with an OCD therapist who uses ERP, and I just started taking medication and I’m seeing some results. It was very hard to reach out for help, but once I did I learned that there are medical professionals who really care and want to help us. We’re not alone, people are studying and researching everyday to help us get better
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@0823 Thats awesome. I can't afford therapy but I want go to my regular doctor and see if I can start meds. What medication are you taking? Any side effects at all? I was just talking with a friend and he said when he started he lost all emotions. That just sounds scary.
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@Kls2121 I’m sorry you can’t afford therapy right now, I know how expensive it can be. Some therapists offer a sliding scale, so the cost will be based on your income. Until you can start therapy, try following social media accounts that talk about OCD and recovery, maybe you can join a support group as well! Also I understand the fears of starting medication, I had a lot of fears too. I don’t want to say what I’m taking online because I don’t want to influence others, but there are a group of antidepressants that work for OCD, you can find them online by searching for OCD medication. I experienced some side effects but they weren’t bad, my psychiatrist started me out on a very low dosage and slowly increased it, so I recommend telling your doctor you want to try that. It would be scary to lose all emotions, but the good news is if the medication isn’t working you can taper off of it and the side effects will subside. I didn’t experience this, so remember that everyone is different and different medications work for some and not others. And sometimes it can take a couple months to see a difference. Just make sure you always talk with your doctor before starting and stopping your medication. I hope this helps! Remember that it’s your choice, your power is in your ability to choose!
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@0823 Thank you for this. It really means alot. Just curious so not everyone feels like a cloud is on their head when taking meds? Does that mean it's not working? Just want to make sure this is not normal for them.
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@Kls2121 Sometimes I feel some brain fog and a little out of it, but no it’s not like a cloud in my head. I recommend they talk to their doctor if they have any concerns because I’m not a professional in any way so I can’t give advice on medication.
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@0823 Ohh no I understand that completely. I know everyone is different. I just like to hear others experiences. Ive had a few friends actually who have said the same thing happen to them so its nice hearing the positive reviews on it.
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@Kls2121 Oh yeah, I get that! Before I started medication I compulsively researched, which wasn’t the best idea! Starting medication can be scary because it’s unknown and there’s a lot of stigma around it. My psychiatrist was very helpful with answering my questions and addressing my fears around it. I hope you can find the right treatment for you, whether it includes medication or not!
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Im Totally 100% in your shoes. I've tried to let the thoughts flood me, then it's like, oh no! So these thoughts and feelings gotta be true. High Anxiety for sure.
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Thats how I am. Like the more I let the thoughts in the worse I seem to get. What am I doing wrong?
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It truly does attack what we value. It attached to my family for me and then even went on to strangers because I’ve always valued helping as many people as I could. It’s a living nightmare
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It legit does feel like a nightmare. I feel you, I’ve always been so kind to people and would never hurt anybody. I mean I still am I guess, but it just does not feel like it anymore..
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I feel your pain, it makes me feel like a monster too, it’s terrible to feel so overwhelmed
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I'm wondering the same thing. I dont understand it.
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