A subreddit dedicated to discussion, articles, and support regarding OCD. First step is to identify your compulsions and label them as compulsions. I catch myself assuming its gonna happen and that scares me even more. . That's a shame, Richard. Wouldn't want the Dr. to take them, now would I? Though I don`t get how to draw the line between realistic fears and unrealistic. Most people Like, Im 99% sure I havent done anything to be thrown in jail for, but its still my second biggest fear. Most people can put their past mistakes behind them and avoid incessantly worrying. Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Forum. and these fears when they manifest can be cripiling because its like my brain freezes with anxiety anf fear and I am in a fog. Xanox and sort of. Most people have this fear despite committing no crimes. Ive had this one and it was about something i did nearly 20 years ago yet somehow it became a massive deal to me 20 years later. As this article mentions in the previous sections, constantly fearing getting OCD may develop into the condition. By There have been cases where the OCD may develop into a phobia and vice versa. That's why I am interested in hearing about the experiences of any individual who think they may suffer from a fear of going to the bathroom. I've had all sorts of themes, so I unfortunately have been through quite a lot. She says that my problems and emotional traumas run much deeper, that CBT can help. Its vital, however, that you consult an actual therapist or psychiatrist before seeking out such treatment options.. I've been having dreams about doing something illegal. A subreddit dedicated to discussion, articles, and support regarding OCD. Even if this possibility were real, how should I behave? One day after work with NoFap brain I read something about Asian massage parlors and googled ones in my area. Finding a lump on your testicle definitely requires a visit to the doctor to get it checked out. But there are many causes of testicular lumps, so One of the best kinds of therapy is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). At this time, very little is known about toilet anxiety. Claustrophobia: Fear of enclosed spaces. Moreover, it is not always possible to prove that doing X wont lead to Y. Web01 Julien has OCD and suffers from fears of developing another mental condition, like schizophrenia, and being institutionalized. This is their Core Fear. First post on this forum. Dealt with it how I deal with all my other obsessions. Not understanding why theyre doing what theyre doing only adds to the feeling of not having control. Even though I haven't done anything that would warrant that. I wish I never wisited that Youtube channel and never spoke for it. I tried to get better jobs but either realized I was to dumb or didnt have the qualifications. Still, yup, always afraid that I will somehow be breaking some obscure law or be accidentally on some list and just get disappeared. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. Any advice is appreciated. I used to work very intense construction labor jobs with shitty pay carrying shingles, bricks, basically anything heavy. These fears could be about anything. And though I position myself as "pro-Kremlin expert" (though I try to remain as much scientist as possible), I still fear this scenario much. I know it's a compulsion, and a part of me knows that I will always be doubtful, but I feel as if I have a moral obligation to do so somehow. I KNOW IM AN AWFUL PERSON I JUST NEED HELP SO I CAN MAKE THIS RIGHT. If it is really bad, where it impacts your social, mental, emotional functioning (or whatever) to a degree such that there was a reddit post made, you should consider seeing a therapist. I have run So you're not completely paranoid- like many I live in the UK. It is difficult to say with conviction whether it happens for sure because each case is very different. Your mindset has to change to a recovery mindset if you want to get better. In truth your fear is equally unjustified as someone who washes their hands 20 times instead of once. I spent alot of money seeking reassurance from lawyers (they say - no risk). Here is the thing bro, you're deep in it. Having someone you can talk to can be a blessing in many ways. I used to be afraid of rabies, HIV and cancer, but now the thing that fears me most is Russian state. A new sense of worth. A subreddit dedicated to discussion, articles, and support regarding OCD. People with OCD may also fear blasphemy, violent acts against others, and doubts about doing everyday tasks wrong. So if you're fearing jail, watch YT videos about jail, look at riots about being in jail or vividly write a paragraph or two of imaginal exposure, talking about your worst prison related fears. I`ve had another occurence of immense fear. I Need to Be Dead: I Am Fed up With My Life! But 4 steps idea make a lot of sense to me. I had a phase where I had an intense fear of becoming a sociopath and ending up in jail. Your worries could stem from an external cause that is registered subconsciously in your brain. By talks I mean the process of psychitherapy. OCD is a common mental health condition. And I hate it for you. Just make sure when it happens to not check for reassurance like going back to the spot or inspecting your car because for me You know it's an OCD (unrealistic) fear when checking it out and getting reassurance still leaves you feeling doubtful. Also I cry a lot - can this be the sign of depression? I had a polygraph test once. So, make sure to stick around till the end. We dont want to give Do you ever fear losing control? Oh I absolutely can relate, the idea of getting arrested because I've built up a "secret list" of everything I ever did wrong and never knew about, realistically I've only ever gotten a slap on the wrist once by the law but ever since I've been panicked about it. WebOCD/Anxiety/Fear of prison and Hell Long story might be hard to follow I dont know where to start, stay with me please. My therapist believes that CBT is not for me. I read books, I play games, but fear thought are "floating around". WebIt is important to understand that OCD can make a person uncertain about the most basic things that they think, see, hear, touch, or experience otherwise. You have to accept your fear is out of proportion to reality and that reassurance seeking and other compulsions (asking lawyers, checking youtube, deleting things) is what keeps the fear active. The good news is that once you stop trying to get certainty through reassurance the anxiety does go away. But in Russia you can get jailed for justification of terrorism, I don`t think that I justified it - I never said it`s OK to blow up things and spread terror - I just explained it from political science standpoint. It might, or it might not be the case. Please read below for more information and resources about about OCD and the subreddit. by coconutjam82 Thu Feb 18, 2016 8:31 am, by coconutjam82 Fri Feb 19, 2016 2:31 am, by coconutjam82 Sun Feb 21, 2016 2:18 am, by coconutjam82 Sun Feb 21, 2016 10:51 am, by sillycaterpillar89 Thu Apr 07, 2016 2:16 am, by eightpencils Tue Apr 12, 2016 7:52 pm, Return to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Forum, Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 36 guests. They will no longer seem threatening and lose meaning once you acknowledge them. They are so terrified of what could happen if they didnt do these strategies that they lose any sense that they have a choice about whether they do. Also during this time I lost 3 jobs in 2 years from being laid off Im a good worker it was just bad timing. Notices Visit our Anxiety Center to learn more about Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive So, the tiniest action thats typically insignificant may seem overly shameful and persist in an OCD brain. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. I do the same thing and thats why it freaks me out! Those are just 24 hour periods with an arbitrary number assigned to them. Ive switched the doses and Im down to 50mg every other day and I still have crazy fatigue. She means that I am not ready to public speaking atthe moment and that I should abstain from it since the act of public speaking leads to me later re-watching videos, micro-analyzing my words (seeking criminal meaning in them) and paying momey to lawyers. I keep reviewing my memory to check if I had any clear and unmistakable intention to threaten/cause harm to my classmate. These can be unpleasant thoughts, excessive guilt, doubts, and crushing anxiety. is there any good resources about self-help with OCD online? But if theerapy isn't on offer then all you can do is read the self-help books and try to apply it as best you can yourself. Not even just about law enforcement, if something ever happens where I feel someone might ask me about my side of the story I would have a checklist in my head of things to go over when speaking to them. Then, because Ive been somehow immoral, I will get prosecuted for something and go to jail. 2 Snowbear Your words are kind and warm Though I don`t get how to draw the line between realistic fears and unrealistic. For instance (sorry for de In many forums, people seek help and ask if what they feel is normal. Is there a concrete way to accept this and live in peace regardless? I tell myself it's OCD and let it go. We treat OCD by restoring a persons sense of agency, or control. You need to understand why these thoughts are disturbing you in the first place. It makes me not want to leave my room. I'd just go ahead and keep your travel plans how they are. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. WebPeople with OCD are afraid of making a mistake that they cant take back, one that would lead them to experience their most feared emotional state forever. Yes is the short answer. It's easy! Our mission is to provide easy to read and in-depth medical information. It's easy! This was my biggest obsession as a kid. WebWhat are the symptoms of OCD? But I've never acted on then, don't intend to, and decided to worry about killing people when I actually do it. Visit our Anxiety Center to learn more about Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Its more natural to run away from those that seem scary. Please note that this article is for your information only and does not constitute clinical advice or establish a patient-psychologist relationship. Left the hospital after 5 days and starting feeling okay again. I visited Youtube channel that often criticises Kremlin. I said some "poltical science stuff". I can`t totally discard probabilty of secret service I spent 2 weeks drinking a bottle of vodka a day just to get a couple hrs of sleep until my mom checked me into the hospital. If you are looking for a place to start let me give them to you. And once you go through all of this, I hope you come back for more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FauaBJGZtNk, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFQ8Ub_TD78&t=0s, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CGyW1Rp1Y2g&t=0s. Good luck, and ask if you have specific questions. I understand sometimes people really do get jailed in Russia for their political views, but ask someone with fears of bacteria and they'll say the likelihood of illness is real, people with responsibility fears will say they 'should' feel responsible and so on. 2023 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. Then you know what you're trying to stop. It appears you have not yet Signed Up with our community. The wonderful u/froidinslip has written an invaluable post to help you navigate this time: https://www.reddit.com/r/OCD/comments/q4zeo1/please_read_this_before_posting_about_feeling/ You are not alone, and you have options. There are many categories of OCD. More in-depth perspectives can be found here: Targets and Rationales for RF-ERP Exposures. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Hence, if you are wondering what if OCD fears come true, I suggest you not read too much into these thoughts. Maybe you can teach her about treating OCD! Bizarre thoughts are common in OCD. That's a tough go, sorry that's happening to you. If someone has an obsessive fear of cancer the one thing they should NOT do is go to the doctor! Yes! The best thing you could do is to consult a professional. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder message board, open discussion, and online support group. (For example deleting your youtube post was a Choose the person you may want to confide in very carefully. That means when those thoughts come up, instead of ruminating, just say, You know, I cant be certain about what will happen. While most people would describe their worst fear in terms of a concrete event (e.g., losing a loved one, going to jail, losing all their money, getting cancer, going to hell, etc. I spent 24 hrs a day fearing prison and hell because it was reported that the women could possibly be human trafficking victims. You can't allow yourself to change your actions or plans based on numbers. For some though, the fear can be very overwhelming. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. It doesnt have to mean that something has gone wrong in your nervous system. What about anty-anxiety meds? There are several resources and experts that specialize in treating OCD. I can`t totally discard probabilty of secret services knocking my door tomorrow. The Extra thing only happened twice out of all of these visits. However police may think otherwise, if my student informs police, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. It is around constantly. Many people think that OCD symptoms are random. These obsessions typically intrude when you're trying to think of or do other things. Ive had all sorts of themes, so I unfortunately have suffered quite a bit. The intense intrusive thoughts of OCD can be crippling and interfere with your day-to-day work. The next step is attempting to stop taking these thoughts personally. But yet, my mind will then go in to "What If" mode (i.e. But first, this section highlights a few strategies that might help you lessen your OCD fear of going to jail and other sorts of fears, too. WebYou can't go to jail unless you commit a crime punishable with jail time. The person with OCD avoids doing anything that could potentially lead to their Core Fear (avoidance), and feels compelled to do things to protect themselves from their Core Fear (compulsions). How Do I Feel Alive Again? I said some "poltical science stuff". Fear of rejection and judgement from society We strongly believe that other people having a negative opinion of us is the worst feeling ever. If someone decides to do something wrong that is illegal, abandon them. It`s like I must stay constantly vigiliant and supress them. By Please read below for more information and resources about about OCD and the subreddit. but I think its more appropriate here since it These fears can be intense, even if you have nothing wrong. Thoughts like terrified of breaking the law without my knowledge, why do I constantly fear going to jail may nag their minds constantly. Terrorism is rational. But resisting the experience might only make it worse. I, in my infinite childhood wisdom, thought it would be hilarious to bring a laser pen to school with me that day, despite it being on the wideley circulated list of items we were explicitly told to not bring that day. I feel like I don`t know. The private prison industry is huge business here, and they lobby for more jailable offenses, to generate business. Secondly, the compulsions can be dangerous. The first step in managing your OCD fears is identifying your intrusive thoughts. The headline might just have well have said, Killer has brown eyes.. We`ve been discussing methods in political science and I mentioned that rational choice paradigm can explain terrorism and portrays terrirists as rational actors. I wisited doctor and I think this was right thing to do. Checking? Now, youll want to pay close attention to these thoughts. Logically I can't think of any reason it would ever happen, but that fear is constant. How do you cope with these kind of thoughts? Ever since, any time I see a cop or am reminded of law enforcement. And I will be even more scared. Otherwise it'd drive me to the brink. The more she knows what's going on, the less surprised she'll be by things that happen along the path of you getting better, and also the more lenient she might be with mistakes you make because she knows what you're going through and that you're trying. At the end of the summer I was told they had to let someone go and I was the newest so I lost another job. I don't think anyone has said this yet but you need to address the numbers thing. This means that I generally tend to have bizzare thoughts, Privet Richard. I've also stopped myself from googling every single thing I'm worried about and to get information about who has been arrested for what. Doing so would take the threat out of these thoughts. I remembered walking down the corridor from intake going thru barred doors that had to be buzzed in order to open and then the 8 of us approached the main cell house door that slid opened and closed behind us once we entered. Intrusive-obsessive Worry Of Going To Prison, Help Me! New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. There are plenty of good self-help books in English. I am not ready to discuss political situation in Russia. December 27, 2020 in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). So whenever I'd start to freak out she would talk me through the law and legal stuff. Apart from getting help from lawyers and deleting posts, what else do you do to relieve the anxiety? Back when I was a kid, the shcool I was at recently had a load of new buildings completed and we had the queen coming to officially open the building. OCD is crippling if you leave it without treatment. I don't quite know how because they are based on real events that happened. Do not copy or redistribute in any form! CBT can teach you to see your obsessions in a new light and overcome your compulsions. 4 steps don`t work properly with this particalar obsession. Put another way, they lose their sense of agency. Intrusive thoughts are not rare in such cases as well. As you get better at facing your anxiety and not giving in to compulsions you can reintroduce these activities to your life. Im working on realising this and letting go, accepting im not in control and it may happen it may not, but I dont need to focus on it now. Press J to jump to the feed. Tbh I think most police in most places would look at a person that came in and said at nine they wanted to hurt a classmate, like they're nuts. Wholesomealive.com is reader-supported. so they know how severe things are and can help you work out possible options; even if the other meds are worse, there might be things they can do to adjust your current meds/reduce side effects/etc. I started taking Luvox. And then do something else asap. A smaller cohort of individuals with OCD, may also experience social anxiety. DUDE. And though I position myself as "pro-Kremlin expert" (though I try to remain as much scientist as possible), I still fear this scenario much. In RF-ERP the primary goal of exposure is to learn that you have a choice, regardless of the outcome. She says that my problems and emotional traumas run much deeper, that CBT can help. Medication (neuroleptics) is not working on me at all - I tried lots of different neureleptics. So, do OCD fears come true? The person with OCD is like someone with a gun to their head. Probably she has a point. Yeah, I've found that jail thoughts can't really be logically defeated. My therapist advised me to avoid "public speaking" (youtube, TV) and for the moment focus on scientific papers. WebMost of the folks here though have fear of getting caught for no reason but my fear is the environment in the jail, just thinking about it makes me anxious and get into WebFear of going to jail OCD describes an irrational fear of going to jail. Fear of getting OCD may result in a self-fulfilling prophecy. My hands get clammy, my heart races, etc. Hopefully this helps you feel a little less alone. Intrusive thoughts of OCD do not have a concrete base, yet people apologize for them anyway. I visited Youtube channel that often criticises Kremlin. I used to also think the same about suicide - in so much as I'll end up taking my own life. I'd say that communication is key; you're struggling with whether to go off the meds or not, as well as a bunch of other things, and I think you should communicate that with your girlfriend and anyone else you think it would be helpful to. wont get better until we get used to uncertainty. Like what if I don't fill in this paperwork correctly and have to go to jail or get in a lot of trouble. WebHow rational is this fear/am I going to jail. Basically, I am scared that I have done something that will land me in prison. It may be that your fear of going to jail OCD has developed because of an event in your real life. I feel like because they are technically three number sixes upside down, that it is somehow immoral. It's going to take hard work every single day. I failed a very basic test to be a low level worker at a steel plant (Very bad at math). Generally psychiatriast diagnose me with shizotypical disorder and emphasize that "medication first, talks later". Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Derealization Disorder, Hyper Conscious Awareness: How to Be More Aware of Your Surroundings. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where you experience obsessive often uncontrollable anxious thoughts with frequent compulsions in response to those thoughts. Can you access books on OCD and CBT in Russia? Hi I also struggled with prison OCD, feel free to PM me. Keep reminding yourself that you can in fact commit these crimes and go to jail. It is extremly big. The support of others is critical at this time. Privet Richard. (My attempt at 'hello' in Russian!) In OCD the thing we fear always seems very real and very likely to happen unless we do the comp Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://www.reddit.com/r/OCD/comments/q4zeo1/please_read_this_before_posting_about_feeling/. Do you cave in and change what youre doing or do you go ahead and do it anyway? Even if this possibility were real, how should I behave? Rumination-Focused ERP (RF-ERP) helps restore a persons sense of agency by helping them to understand why they engage in their symptoms and by systematically helping them to exercise control over those symptoms. It's hard to tell on a reddit post. And I feel like I am sort of depressed, though my psychiatrist doesn`t see any signs of depression. Or something else? Only by stepping in and not stepping back will you begin to see progress. I wisited doctor and I think this was right thing to do. I can`t abstain from reading this because I am a professor of polittical science(, I am just tired of constant fear. I think that it depends on the subjetive experience you're having due to these thoughts. Finally I read the news that Robert Kraft was in trouble for doing what I did and I thought that I was going to go to jail. But having these thoughts can nonetheless seem scary and evoke more fear. Its often so because they feel embarrassed about their condition. 2019 - 2022 wholesomealive.com. When I used to do these searches, I told myself it was to prove that sort of thing doesn't really happen but I end up convincing myself I'd be the first. WebYes, I suffer from "hit and run" ocd everytime i drive. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. That's asking for reassurance though, which will only help you in the short term and not the long term. I am afraid that I am lying to myself and painting a better picture of my character than I deserve. Do you have a fear of going to jail or OCD? 1. Hello ivieo. NOT LOOKING FOR SYMPATHY. While simple explanations leave a lot out, I hope the above will serve as a starting point for discerning the coherency in OCD symptoms. But realistically there is no reason for it to happen I just hate that thought so much. All rights reserved. I relate to the secret list. February 17, 2022 in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). But you can`t go to secret serrvices and ask them: "guys, are you OK with my words or are you going to prosecute me?". Until next time, take care and be well. Ruminating? I see how they can be interpreted in other way is someone wants to. Furthermore, I'm reminded of a technique from Katie d'Ath's videos on YT, talking about an effective strategy to counter OCD. Same with you, wanting to go and ask the secret services for reassurance only maintains your belief that getting jailed is a likely outcome of this. I also have always been afraid of law enforcement unnecessary. So even if you think something is immoral, it doesn't mean it's illegal. If youre experiencing intrusive thoughts, the best thing to do is to accept these thoughts. It was awful. I dont cope with these well so Im open to recommendations. is there any good resources about self-help with OCD online? My New Year is ruined ( Furthermore, as time goes by, they may not remember what they were so afraid of (if they ever even knew). Hemophobia: Fear of blood Latrophobia: Fear of doctors. I got a ticket for throwing a cigaretter out of my window when I was 19. I try to tell myself the fear spiral is NOT the obsession or the problem, but rather the OCD desperate for absolute certainty in an uncertain world. You can't go to jail unless you commit a crime punishable with jail time. Im insanely nervous around police, and I have never committed a crime, I have police in the extended family, and I dated a police officer. PLEASE USE THE RESOURCES. However I am so much afraid of law enforcers, that it became much more than "ordinary obession". Its a real fear, but this event in particular happened 4 years ago, and although everyone says that nothing is going to happen, it is still bothering me. Join the conversation! About a year ago I was hospitalized because I hadnt slept for 2 weeks straight because of anxiety and OCD. So, fear of going to jail OCD is one of this kind. Press J to jump to the feed. Only having intrusive thoughts isnt a marker of an accurate diagnosis. Do they help with OCD? YOu are right, it basicaly boils down to fears of loosing control, and family etc. Five common categories of obsessions include: 1. I have a huge fear my children will be taken away. Research evidence suggests that people suffering from mental health conditions like OCD are more likely to be victims than actual perpetrators.. Better to not want to kill or maim, but sometimes not acting on thoughts is the best we can shoot for. A am a political scientist and I dwell in Moscow since I was born. I am 20 years old, and have been suffering from OCD for almost 8 years now. not only should you not do your compulsion but actively do the opposite. Right now, Im stuck on the fear of going to jail because of my real event OCD. I'm thinking it might be repressed anger and frustration because I have a difficult time expressing and managing my emotions due to my upbringing. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please do not hesitate to talk to someone. Fear of going to jail also seems to be a common complaint about people with OCD. Real Event- Fear of Jail Real Event- Fear of Jail By ivleo February 17, 2022 in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Followers 1 ivleo Bulletin Board User 3 Fear of my kids being taken away is a big one for me too. And OCD is just one angle. But OCD sufferers feel anxiety and overwhelming guilt more than regular people. Blindness OCD Common obsessions Fears of getting sick or contracting an illness Fears of an illness having a symptom of vision loss Fears around having blurry vision Being hyper focused on any vision changes Consistently consulting a doctor regarding fears of blindness and seeking reassurance Checking for changes in vision Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I posted a similar thread over on the anxiety board. My girlfriend gave me a second chance and I started making it up to her things were going okay for a while but the drugs have made it impossible to function and have a normal life and I cant take it anymore. Terrorism is rational. OCD obsessions are repeated, persistent and unwanted thoughts, urges or images that are intrusive and cause distress or anxiety. Ruminating is my compulsion. OCD symptoms can be exhausting and limiting, and can cause excruciating anxiety. I always play out scenarios where I might have done something illegal on accident (going a bit over speed limit, messing up on paperwork, etc.) I eventually got a job and just forced myself to work through the brain fog and fatigue. OCD makes you forget probability and focus on even the smallest possibility as a massive threat. I worked on shuting this thoghts for days and just one analitical article returned all this fear and obsession. 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