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ALSO MAY I JUST ADD- Please do not let my above statement put anyone off from accessing CBT / IAPT / similar services, I am just ranting about my experience, I know some people who've used the service and had found it very helpful.

I have experienced the same, such as saying something that inappropriate, sexual or threatening. Sometimes used to ask people if I had said something to offend them, even if I was reassured would think the were lying to me to not upset me. Gradually realised it is OCD and seeking reassurance is not healthy, OCD twists everything, I am almost see it like a predator ready to jump on any situation and add something threatening to it- obviously when nothing has, but OCD will make it seem true. Keep fighting, you got this.

Hi just thought I'd rant about my experience with IAPT. Made self-referral in March, finally offered first appointment in October. I've had two, then these are how they have played out- Third appointment - On annual leave due to school holiday. Fourth appointment- Received a text message day before saying my appointment was cancelled and my therapist would be in touch to reschedule. Fifth appointment- No contact whatsoever. Sixth appointment today- same as above, no contact whatsoever. The agreement was we would "meet" via zoom chat every Thursday at 11am. Shocking...... no words. Thankfully I am feeling much better, still have my moments but certainly in a much better space than the beginning of this year. I'm not one to complain but I feel this is unacceptable and am quite tempted too.

Hi all, Hope you are well, this is by no means me recommending anything, just wondering if anyone else hard heard about the THEORISED link between OCD and a lack of Vitamin D? Allegedly research has found a link between OCD and a vitamin D deficiency. I did not know but spoke with a friend who also has OCD and apparently his GP recommended taking Vit D along with regular meds.

Hi, I am so sorry you are going through a difficult time. As you have said your Cat's seem fine and unharmed. "Feeling guilty as cannot tell if something happened" OCD feeds and thrives on uncertainty, even if something did happen (which is highly unlikely) your Cats are fine and nothing was done maliciously. You were still greeted with the same affection Another "Trait" OCD seems to do is convince us that the most recent event is the absolute worst, putting all others out of the spotlight, once again, it is OCD trying to feed itself. OCD will always find something else which will make the last obsession / worry seem insignificant. I think it is very positive you are seeing your psychiatrist, maybe discuss the medication and explain it is not working for you, medication is not the answer for everything but can help thoughts become clearer and less intrusive. Sometimes it can be trial and error about which works best for different people. I take Sertraline 100mg and they have helped my thoughts to become much clearer- i still get intrusive thoughts and obsessional thinking but it makes it more bearable. Are you awaiting any therapy? Have you joined the self-groups on here, they are very helpful.

Cora, I mean this with respect and hope it does not come across as rude but going through these forums I do wonder whether you are taking any of the advice given to you, even in the slightest. I can see countless people on here are offering you great advice whilst putting boundaries in place by not providing you reassurances. In response to your recent post, why don't you look back at some of the previous advice given to you and apply that to how you are feeling. It is OCD, it is not you.

I hear you, when very unwell found it exhausting with the almost constant battle going in my mind. Address the thoughts as nonsense and your OCD trying to pull you back, acknowledge they ae uncomfortable and then keep doing what you were doing, don't let them pull you in. Youve got this.

Yes, it is relentless in its goal in finding new ways / thoughts to try and take you a step back. However, well done on your progress and the on-going battle fighting it.

You are not alone, believe me, I suffer with the same intrusive thoughts, even going out for lunch today had one that particularly bothered me, however I had to remain boundaried with myself and not let it distress me. I am still going to give in to my compulsion and write a note, however no that's not good for the long run. As the above poster mentioned too, if your feeling suicidal do contact 999/ 111 or your local crisis number. I would also discuss with GP about starting Sertaline again, I am on 100mg and it has helped me by miles and helps my thoughts / obsessions feel clearer and less distressing.

Hi I have taken Sertraline and currently still on it. Not sure if it is just me but at first it made the OCD worse and intense, however, feel it has made a HUGE impact in making my thoughts seem clearer and being less distressed. Overall very happy with how it has helped me.

Hi not posted in a while, I guess I have been feeling quite a bit better as of late since the Sertraline has kicked in, this is not to say I still am not having intrusive thoughts daily or being overly cautious even avoiding certain situations but I am far less distressed about them and my thoughts / thinking processes seem clearer. This site has been a godsend in relation to advice and being able to share so thanks to all for your contributions as it does help. Finally got my first CBT appointment coming up next week after waiting three months. I tried CBT in 2012 after my first major episode of OCD and honestly found it only mildly helpful. Since relapsing this year I have made every effort to utilise support around me so decided to refer myself for CBT again. As mentioned in previous posts the nature of my OCD is around intrusive thoughts that I may have said or done something inappropriate. Does anyone have experience about how therapists have reacted when you disclose these thoughts? I am aware the thoughts are not true and that I have not acted on them, however am worried they may take what I say as being a reflection of who I am as opposed to being the OCD?

I guess for me looking back I have always (to some extent) from an early age had obsessional thinking / engaged in ritualistic behaviours however under different forms. I cannot think of any specific causes. One thing I have noticed though is when I go through a period of prolonged stress or traumatic the OCD becomes intense and very distressing.

Well done Summer! Keep stomping on OCD! You are winning.

Well done Marko! That sounds really positive what you are doing, it sounds like it will make you uncomfortable but you are doing exposure and tackling the OCD, it's the small wins that count! Good luck with haircut tomorrow, you'll feel better for it, I always feel nice and fresh after a trim

Hi Kcbell92, it sounds like you are having a real bad time, sorry to see this. OCD is making you obsess about some that has not and may not ever happen, it is trying to trap you in a vicious cycle. Try to distract yourself from the thought as you stated and try not to ruminate over something that has not happened yet. Have you spoken to this friend about your fears / worries?