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Q: mental problems ?
asked by: bonnie13 on May 27th, 2008
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I don't know where to start really, my mood first of all are ever changing, i'll just feel uncontrolably sad for no reason one minute i'll just cry and be inconsolable but i don't know why. The next minute i'll be happy, then angry and i just don't understand why. I have a constant monologue going on in my head, constantly talking to myself in my head, i can't make decisions, i just can't even something like what i'm going to eat. I analyis everthing far too much. I will just sit and think about something so much especially when trying to make a decision, and i never find the answer because i analyis it to a point where nothing seems right.

I do strange things that i'm sure people don't do, like count lamposts and not be able to stop until i just grab hold of myself and tell myself repeatedly to stop i will eventually stop but not for a while. Or turn the light switch on and off, why do i do that? i know its off but i'll continue to switch it back on. Someone once told me about Obsessive compulsive disorder but i dont think its that because 'm not bothered about cleanliness or anything and i dont do these things all of the time.

Its like i have 2 people fighting for there right to speak in my head, but they are always trting to convince me that the other is lying and there right but i never know who to believe.

I go to work, i work in a normal job, i have relationships and friends. I have major trusts issues, always not quite sure, the other day i thlught my boyfriend who i know and love and have been with for 2 years was plotting to kill me, i shook the idea off and ignored it but should it of been there in the first place. I don't know what to do.
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melancholydaye
replied on May 27th, 2008
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very very simular
go to a therapist. i have simular issues, with crazy scenarios going on in my head all of the time. when i'm with friends i'm always really distant and they always ask me what is wrong, but i can't help it. don't be afraid of the therapist, i was really embarrassed to go at first, ashamed is a more appropriate word. but i talk to her and she really helps me out, and i've noticed a huge difference in my personality. you have to tell him/her EVERYTHING don't leave anything out. I actually wrote a list of problems i had and took it with me. that helped me out a lot, cuz sometimes when you go to doctors you are on the spot and sometimes you forget things. hope this helps you out
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antigone
replied on May 27th, 2008
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You are describing mood swings and some compulsive behaviors. These symptoms are consistent with mood disorders. You may want to see a psychiatrist. These symptoms interfere with your life and should be addressed by a doctor. Obsessive/compulsive disorder is not about cleanliness. It is about thoughts or behaviors that are done repeatedly and seem to be without control. You are unable to stop thinking the same thought over and over or must perform some action and seem to be compelled to repeat the action. The description of 2 people fighting in your head suggests a mood disorder as well. A psychiatrist can evaluate you and recommend treatment. Writing out all the moods and behaviors can be very helpful as you do forget things when you are talking with the doctor. I hope you will consider seeing a psychiatrist. The confusion and chaos you feel can be treated and you will feel better.
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