So what do you do to get rid of these thoughts?

[Despina]

I have these nagging, obsessive thoughts. One, for some reason, is
that I'll intentionally damage my eye by clawing it, etc. Disgusting,
I know. One that I have when I drive is that I'll purposely run over
people, or purposely swerve into oncoming traffic. And frequently
when I pick up a knife or a sharp object I have disturbing intruding
thoughts of hurting a person or an animal. I hate having that sick
stuff pop into my head and just nag and nag. It actually makes me
feel guilty sometimes, like I'm crazy. How do you go about combating
these thoughts? I've been on Prozac for years, the only thing that
ever helped at all, but I'm still having some problems, obviously.
Thanks in advance :).

[don]

Are you doing any behavioural therapy?

[Zorg]

OCD is an anxiety disorder. Like other anxiety disorders, often the most
effective policy is to 'feel the fear'. So maybe the way to go is not to
combat the unwelcome thoughts, but to embrace them. Not best undertaken
as a DIY thing. Better with an experienced practitioner or some sort of
supervision, whether it's a counsellor or whatever. It's very unusual
for people with OCD to act on their thoughts, but having said that,
seeking and getting reassurances can be counter-productive.

Good luck.

Zorg

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If you get this message please email me! I have had OCD for 10 years and I just started medication. I would really like to talk to you about your thoughts. I have the same exact thoughts as you. They are getting better from the medication. I know exactly what you are going through. Please email me teach...@aol.com! Thanks!