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Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

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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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hi @Molliex my memory is not good lately. Did you have an appt yesterday with your psych?
@outlander how are you? Oops sorry I was meant to ask @Molliex

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Thanks for sharing your experience @outlander. I will definitely think about it.

I am thinking of you today and sending strength your way 💜 💙🌻🦋

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

I understand @BlueBay, my memory is not good when my depression is really bad. I did see a psychiatrist in the weekend. It was ok, but only a first appointment so can't expect too much. He's tweaked my meds, so hopefully that helps.

Thinking of you today 💚💜🌻

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Glad it went ok snd he's tweaked your meds @Molliex xx

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Thanks @BlueBay, I'm hoping it helps.

So I'm off work now for 3 weeks. My holiday is starting earlier because my daughter has had an allergic reaction to antibiotics. Her face is so puffy 😞 poor thing. I just hope she's better before I leave.

My GP is really concerned about the SH. He's really pushing for me to be hospitalised if I'm not improving by the time I'm back from my trip. I think I need to consider it this time. Hopefully med changes help - right now I just have hand shakes

So I have 2 days to get ready for the trip, look after my daughter, and not be tempted by SH and SI impulses. It's so rough, especially with how overwhelmed I'm feeling. I'm so scared I'll fall apart without my supports while I'm away. Dealing with a loved one dying isn't easy.

I won't be around as much and I can't post from overseas, so just posting this update now. If you're bored, pop by and leave a message. I believe I can still support posts🦋 💜💚🌻

👋 @BlueBay @Angels333 @Shaz51 @Former-Member @eth @Faith-and-Hope @Maggie @Gazza75 @MDT @saturnzoon @Former-Member and whoever else is reading. I thank you all 💕💕🌈

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Gee @Molliex that's nit good sbout your daughter. Hope she gets better soon. I didn't realise you are going away.
pls stay safe

hugs ❤️❤️

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

@Molliex I do hope your daughter gets better soon. thinking of you too
thinking of you too @BlueBay flat chat atm due to an upcoming surgery but otherwise im okish

how are you both?

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hey @Molliex
Yeah you can support posts 🙂
I did that last year when I travelled. It's good 🙂
I know how you feel. It can be intimidating not being near supports. But I believe you can do it 🙂
I didn't think I could last for a month overseas but I did. It was really something.
We are here when you get back too 🙂
I do hope it goes smoothly as yes dealing with death is a tough one.
You will probably surprise yourself at how capable you really are inside deep down 🙂

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Yeah back to NZ to see my grandmother before she passes @BlueBay. Thanks, I'll be thinking of you too 🌿💜

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hey @Molliex I'm sorry to hear about your daughter having an allergic reaction. The poor little one.

I hope you get to spend some quality time with your grandmother. I haven't got the right words to say to comfort you. Just know that we are all here for you and I look forward to seeing you on the support button.

I hope you can get some distractions while you're away and if you have to go to hospital when you get back then we are here for you too.

Hugs (((💕💕💕)))

Angels333

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