Posted by nicky847 on January 19, 2004, at 14:44:19
In reply to Re: Just a (probably) crazy thought..., posted by Yogi on January 19, 2004, at 13:55:32
keep in mind that CBT has been proven to cause actual physiological changes in the brain..your thoughts produce chemicals..if you can change your thoughts you can change the chemicals..
> Wow, that was a lot to think about. Thanks so much for the follow up Luke. I really feel that you may've hit the nail on the head with your explanation of OCD being worse than ever after stopping medication. I'm pretty much a mess right now. I have a doctor appointment tomorrow. I'm going to a GP that used to be a pharmacist in hopes that he'll know his medications well and possibly be able to help me. I rarely try something new. However, as usual when I do try something to get help, I'm really hoping for a miracle but on the other hand, I feel I'll leave the doctor's office in tears. I'm usually pretty desperate when I try to get help as I am now. So many times, I've had hope only to be disappointed. I think in the back of my mind, I realize I'm stuck with OCD forever and I know I'll never be normal.
> As for my OCD and CBT. I know that I could be incorrect, however, I feel that no amount of therapy could "fix" the thought process and the problems that I have with OCD. I want to be rid of OCD in the absolute worst way. I just can't comprehend CBT doing it for me. I truly believe that OCD is something chemical and or hormonal. My OCD consists of decision making of just about any sort. One of my most noticeable symptoms is that I have a real problem with throwing things away. I also have trouble doing any normal household tasks as the OCD just won't let me stop checking or second guessing myself. It's horrible. There's much more to my OCD. I just tried to touch on it here and keep it simple.
> Luke, thanks again for your follow up. You really seem to be very wise. You're really good with words. Your last sentence was nice. I felt the hope. I'm glad to see that you are so strong and positive. I wish you the best.
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