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Posted by Janelle on May 9, 2002, at 18:35:42
I know about meds that help control intrusive, obssessive, repetitive, distracting thoughts (in my case they're becoming increasingly bothersome), but what about being able to get a handle on such thoughts without meds?
Does anyone have any positive experience with something like behavior modification or cognitive/behavioral techniques for controlling intrusive thoughts, or perhaps some oher method(s)?
If so, a short description of the successful technique(s) would be much appreciated.
I'm thinking this issue needs to be addressed with meds as well as non-med approaches. Thank you!
Posted by katekite on May 9, 2002, at 20:06:16
In reply to Controlling intrusive thoughts with vs. w/o meds?, posted by Janelle on May 9, 2002, at 18:35:42
As far as techniques for no meds, I once heard of wearing a rubber band on one's wrist, snapping it if one finds oneself obsessing... sort of as a wake-up call.... and attempting to change activities or take a break in an activity.
kate
Posted by omega man on May 9, 2002, at 22:43:47
In reply to Re: Controlling intrusive thoughts with vs. w/o meds?, posted by katekite on May 9, 2002, at 20:06:16
I have this problem..very long ..its hell..I need long times by myself..because you have two choices....get rid of it with drugs..
which I did
or learn how to use it creative which I do now..
its like a raging brain..always having a dialouge..sort of very mild Sphrenia..its yourself you hear..does that ring true..
like the rubber band technique..a distraction is so very helpfull...I drove needles thru my skin to get a break...
but its creative...learn to take drugs for space..to reflect on the "fire that most people don't understand" and you'll have fruit...
to have your life in a place where the stream that flows thru the brain is all good stuff.....producing music...great helpfull ideas..
productive ....intellect has been defined as having a few components....one being this overprocessing ....it gets stuff happening.. price is greatness and hell too..
i have tried everything..your sensiromotor system may be lacking..so you can't edit and control your thinking...but still better than not having any thoughts..
Posted by Marie416 on May 10, 2002, at 11:21:50
In reply to Re: Controlling intrusive thoughts jannelle, posted by omega man on May 9, 2002, at 22:43:47
Wow, does that ring true for me too re: "it's yourself you hear". I got a great book called "BrainLock". I highly recommend it for people suffering from OCD. A lot of information is out there for compulsiveness. I think that's more concrete for therapists. I never found a therapist good with the obsessional part although I am sure they're out there. Intrusive thoughts are difficult to control, it's learning to not try to control them that helps a lot. If it's really bad, try some SSRI. Luvox helped me years ago. I was so bad off when I started it and 1 year in behavior/cognitive therapy was not helping. Luvox took the edge of and helped me use the book more and over time I ended the medication. I think it's easiest to "control" intrusive thoughts when you don't care if you have them, the power you give them when you get upset over it fuels them even more. Finding an activity you can completely absorb yourself in is also helpful. Good luck
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