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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!

Hey @Molliex it all so emotional and stressful and downright horrible... I really hope you're okay. I'm here to listen this afternoon 😘

Sending you strength and hopefully some calm.

XOXO ANGELS333

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Thanks @Former-Member and @Angels333.

Just a waiting game now. 2nd round of tests on Friday and hopefully some concrete answers.

It's exhausting. I'm just so tired. And sad. I could deal with it not working out, but less with all this stuff.

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hey @Molliex , still tests... it must be so draining... Is your family helpful?

Thanks for keeping me posted

XOXO ANGELS333

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

I'm so tired @Angels333. My family doesn't know, apart from my husband. No use worrying them if I don't have to.

Thank you for checking in x

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Thinking of you @Molliex

❤️❤️🙏🙏

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

@Molliex .. thats so hard for you. More waiting, more tests .. all the while knowing that its highly unlikely that there will be any favourable outcome I am most definitely wishing for the best possible outcome for you however. One never knows. Yes, its little wonder you are feeling exhausted, tired and very sad. Both physically and emotionally, this has all been an enormous drain on you.

I forgot to ask you this morning if you had someone with you when you went for your Dr appointment. Reading your response to @Angels333 , I see that you havent told anyone other than your husband. So I really hope that your husband was able to attend your GP appointment and subsequent hospital tests with you. This is really not something you should be going through alone. Once all the physical stuff is sorted, I hope you will be able to get in to see your psych as soon as possible. You may find you need some additional support to help you through this.

I am really sorry you are going through this. Life really is so unfair sometimes.

Sherry 😔💔🤗🌸

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

@Molliex I understand, it's tough with family. You are carrying so much on your shoulders. I'm really concerned about you but I know you, you are amazing.

XOXO ANGELS333

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

I've told some friends, so between them and the forum I have some support. I went alone today because my husband had to stay with my daughter. It was ok. I'm going to go to work tomorrow, because sitting at home will make me feel worse. Hopefully the pain is manageable.

You don't need to worry about me. I'm sad and tired, but I'm dealing with it ok. Thanks lovely ladies for your support @Former-Member @Angels333 @BlueBay

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hi @Molliex ... I'm glad to hear you are coping reasonably well at work, tired but managing. I know you need the distraction right now.

Tomorrow you have further tests I believe. Will hubby be going with you this time, or perhaps one of your friends who are aware of whats going on?

No words from me will make things any easier I know. But I really feel for what you are going through, and will be hoping everything goes as well as it possibly can for you. Sending a big hug and lots of love your way.

Hi also to @Angels333 @BlueBay @outlander @Eve7

Sherry 💕🤗🌺

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Re: Dealing with intrusive thoughts - my struggle!

Hello @Former-Member

You are a treasure and I am thankful for your encouragement.

I hope your day has been pleasant.

Eve

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