Thought Suppression in OCD

Thought Suppression in OCD Thought suppression in OCD can feel like trying to force an unwanted thought out of your mind, only to find it coming back even more strongly. You might tell yourself, “Don’t think about this,” avoid certain triggers, or try to replace the thought with something more positive. Unfortunately, fighting the thought […]

Mental Compulsions in OCD

Mental Compulsions in OCD Mental compulsions in OCD can be easy to miss because they happen quietly inside your mind. Instead of repeatedly checking or washing, you might replay a conversation, analyze a thought, count, repeat certain words, or keep reassuring yourself that everything is okay. It can feel like you’re trying to solve a […]

Aggressive Thoughts OCD

Aggressive Thoughts OCD Aggressive thoughts OCD can be frightening, particularly when they involve images or ideas about hurting someone. Individuals experiencing these thoughts may worry that having them means they secretly want to act on them. However, in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), unwanted aggressive thoughts can occur as intrusive thoughts that conflict with a person’s values, […]