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Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

MolliexSenior Contributor29 Aug 2019, 6:46 pm AEST

Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Edit: This has evolved to become a vent thread and supportive thread. Everyone is welcome to come, vent. say hello, and especially seek support with their intrusive thoughts.

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I've been newly diagnosed with GAD, depression and OCD. I'm in my mid 30s and have been dealing with this stuff my entire adult life. The tipping point was severe post natal depression that I almost didn't survive. I'm getting help for me, but also because I don't want my kid to pick up my issues.

Often my intrusive thoughts are about world events, but at the moment they're suicidal. They push their way into everything i do/think and I'm so exhausted, just trying to ignore them. It's scary and I'm suffering insomnia. I'm currently off work for this week while I adjust to new meds, and my GP and psychologist are suggesting hospitalisation.

I've been trying mindfulness and exercise, as well as limiting alcohol (which I find hard).

So I guess I'm looking for suggestions and support. This mental health journey is so new for me and I feel very alone. I want to make it through this.

Thanks for reading, I really appreciate it. I just also want to state that I am currently safe and with family.

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MolliexSenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 11:24 am AEDT

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Thanks for such a thoughtful and personal reply @outlander. I definitely understand how SH can be addictive, I already feel the pull. I think hospital is looking likely for me, maybe after my trip home.

I have some coping methods, it's mostly at night when I can't sleep. I have some new meds to help with that.

Its so so hard 💜❤️🦋

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MolliexSenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 5:24 pm AEDT

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How'd your day go @Angels333? 🌻 🌻

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Shaz51Senior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 5:27 pm AEDT

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lots of hugs @Molliex

Hello @outlander , @Angels333 , @eth , @Iris

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Angels333Senior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 5:59 pm AEDT

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Hey, good afternoon @Molliex Today was up and down. I got most of the cleaning done that I wanted except for some belongings of my 16yo daughter that need sorting out. It isn't an easy task for her as she has a lot of artworks to fit into her bedroom they're currently on my kitchen table! I've already cooked dinner so I feel good about that. Unfortunately SH has dogged me all day, I've had a couple of panic attacks, but I have kept them quiet and internal.

How has your day been?

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outlanderSenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 6:25 pm AEDT

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it is really hard @Molliex definetly.
hospital isn't all that bad. I have been there and found it actually helpful once I was able to settle.
nights are hard, I have some games on my phone and a book as well incase it comes around of a night time.

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MolliexSenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 7:18 pm AEDT

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Sounds like a mixed day @Angels333, good you could achieve so much despite your struggles.🦋🌻

I had an early birthday celebration at my parent's which was nice. My daughter loves visiting them. I'm cooking dinner now. Thoughts are very very hard to ignore, but I'm managing for now

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MolliexSenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 7:21 pm AEDT

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Nights are hard @outlander, I tend to read as well.

I'm not completely against hospital, but it would mean my family knowing how bad it all was, because we'd need help. There's also my work.. It seems very overwhelming as an option right now.

I really appreciate your support, when you've got so much going on. I'm thinking of you 💚💕🦋

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BlueBaySenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 7:52 pm AEDT

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Hi @outlander did you have your psych visit today?? I’m trying to remember xxx

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outlanderSenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 10:08 pm AEDT

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not me today @BlueBay xo

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outlanderSenior Contributor07 Oct 2019, 10:11 pm AEDT

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no hospital isn't often ideal. it caused a lot of sh*t for me when I went to hospital and family haven't been supportive since then but never really was so not a whole lot of difference. it can seem quite overwhelming indeed. your psych can also help out with talking to family and work etc as well. its an option to think about anyway.
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