Please suggest an effective way to control my intrusive thoughts that make me awake.
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Q. I am experiencing intrusive thoughts and it makes me awake. Suggest an effective way to combat it.

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Dr. Anantha Kalyan D
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Education: MD (PSYCHIATRY)

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Patient's Query

I am only 14 years old, yet i have been experiencing rather bizarre thoughts for 2 years. Sometimes i would randomly think of something/questions and i cannot get it out of my head. I will always want to seek the answer to the question and it is very hard to ignore or suppress it. This affects my sleeping schedule as i will always be kept awake by the intrusive thoughts. Also, sometimes when i ask my friends questions and they do not answer, i will feel uneasy and anxious. I always get stuck on the past and am a very emotionally sensitive person. Additionally, i always second guess myself and sometimes would repeatedly check if something is done right. I am on no medication, and the only way im coping is by constantly occupying myself. May i ask what type of behaviour/disorder this is called because i cannot find results and i really want to find a more effective way to combat this

Answered by  Dr. Anantha Kalyan D
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Hi,

After reading what you mentioned about your problems, it looks like you are suffering from a disorder called obsessive compulsive disorder. Obsessions are the repetitive, intrusive, unwanted , useless thoughts which are not in one's control and causing distress Compulsions are the repetitive motor acts to neutralize the distress caused by the obsessions. With you , it is like reassurance seeking, doubt whether you did right or wrong and checking it all are obsessions


Probable diagnosis:

Obsessive compulsive disorder

Treatment plan:

Treatment will be two ways,
Medication and therapy
Medication : Anti obsessional drugs
Therapy: CBT( cognitive behavioural therapy)
For your age it is better to consult nearby psychiatrist and to continue treatment (mainly CBT>Medication or combination of both)

Regarding follow up:

Follow up if you want any other information


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