In difficult periods of their lives, most people begin to suffer from obsessive thoughts. They cling to the mind of a person who is trying to survive the death of a loved one ... What are obsessive thoughts? These are false ideas, gradually capturing the human mind. The consciousness of people is constantly attacked by such thoughts, but in a critical situation this onslaught can be amplified many times. This interferes with a sober and correct assessment of the situation, reduces the quality of activities and life, and prevents the correct construction of plans and their implementation. Because of such thoughts, it can be difficult for a person to concentrate and find additional strength to overcome problems. Obsessive thoughts exhaust and lead to despair, distorting the reality that a person begins to take for reality.
What can cause obsessive thoughts?
- loss of a loved one or friend;
- strong quarrel in the family, conflict at work;
- coercion to carry out any undesirable actions;
- strong fright.
What obsessive thoughts can a person experiencing grief have?
- there is no more good in life, I just have to endure and live out;
- I don’t want to live anymore, I want to live with him;
- I won’t have anyone else;
- nobody needs me anymore, I became a burden to everyone;
- it's my fault;
- there is no more joy, now there will only be a struggle for survival;
- no meaning in life.
These thoughts penetrate the consciousness and do not let a person go for a second. At times, they deprive him of sleep, joy, food, stability. Obsessive thoughts begin to control the behavior, desires, communication and free time of his victim. Do not let her get out of a sad state.
Are obsessive thoughts a mental disorder?
There are a number of mental illnesses (obsessive neurosis, depression) in which there are obsessive thoughts. With these ailments, there is only one possibility of cure - pharmacotherapy. In this case, you should contact a qualified doctor. Fortunately, almost all people who suffer from obsessive thoughts do not have pathological disorders.
What is the nature of these thoughts?
Science says that obsessive thoughts (another name is obsession) are an ongoing repetition of unwanted doubts, perceptions, memories, actions and fears that you can’t get rid of by volitional effort. The real problem is distorted and enlarged in these thoughts. In this case, several thoughts usually arise, which after a while are lined up in a vicious circle.
What can not be done to a person who suffers from obsessive thoughts?
- forbid yourself to think about anything;
- going to psychiatrists. Obsessive thoughts are not a disease. In Russia, a psychiatrist is required to prescribe psychotropic substances to a patient with an obsession , which can subsequently cause dependence and side effects. In addition, such treatment will not solve the essence of the problem, but only drown out the symptoms for a while.
- get mad at yourself. Indeed, obsessive thoughts in one quantity or another come to absolutely all people. The only difference is how much weight a person attaches to these thoughts. If we are talking about any habit, then it can be eliminated without drugs.
But you cannot run such a state. Indeed, in the absence of proper attention, in addition to obsessive thoughts, a neurosis of obsessive movements can develop.
Prevention of obsessive thoughts:
- it is necessary to allocate time for rest;
- proper nutrition, walks in the fresh air - all this helps to strengthen mental health;
- interesting occupation, hobbies.
Obsessive thoughts are not a problem if you treat them correctly. You need to carefully monitor yourself, try not to fall into despair. If you are concerned about any question or problem, it is better to discuss it in advance with the boss or a family member, and in no case delay it until a quarrel arises. After all, any psychological trauma can lead to the appearance of obsessive thoughts or movements.