Why do scary thoughts stick? Learn why intrusive thoughts are so hard to shake!

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  • čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
  • If your brain tends to get stuck on scary, intrusive thoughts, you may wonder how did they get there in the first place, and also why do scary thoughts stick around? In this video, I'll talk about what makes scary thoughts or worries so sticky!
    If you’re bothered by persistent intrusive thoughts, take a look at my course on Taking Charge of Intrusive Thoughts: courses.therap...
    For more information about my work, to submit questions you’d like answered in future videos, or to find more resources, check out my website at www.backincharge.com
    Disclaimer: I am a licensed and board certified clinical psychologist specializing in childhood OCD, anxiety, and ADHD, as well as OCD in young adulthood. While I am a practicing psychologist, the content here is intended to be informational and is in no way a replacement for treatment by a qualified mental health professional and should not be taken as medical or psychiatric advice. Always consult your physician before making any decisions related to your physical or mental health. For more information and guidelines on finding a good therapist, please see this video and associated links: • 4 ways to know if the ...
    If you are in crisis, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at suicideprevent... or 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or your local emergency services.
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Komentáře • 22

  • @user-kp6ss8sx8m
    @user-kp6ss8sx8m Před 2 lety +4

    You described intrusive thoughts so easily to understand!!! THANK YOU!!! Thanks for this video!!!

  • @zen_mindset1
    @zen_mindset1 Před 2 lety +1

    I hate thinking! Too many thoughts of worry. These videos definitely help. Very good way to filter my mind.

  • @machineheaded3628
    @machineheaded3628 Před 4 měsíci

    I borrowed a new plant digitally. The day it arrived half of its leaves were already withered. Two days later even after watering and putting it into a new pot and giving sunlight, it died...

  • @melissarodrigues4016
    @melissarodrigues4016 Před 2 lety +1

    Thank you! This explained so many things to me...

  • @tuxedoneko9837
    @tuxedoneko9837 Před 2 lety +1

    Great analogy

  • @rockithen
    @rockithen Před 2 lety

    I really like how you explain these subjects, thank you.

    • @backincharge
      @backincharge  Před 2 lety

      I'm glad it's helpful, thanks for watching!

  • @torpinduri
    @torpinduri Před 2 lety

    Lots of helpful information, can't wait to see future videos on the topic!

    • @backincharge
      @backincharge  Před 2 lety

      So glad it helped, I'll definitely get going on more to come!

  • @saharafradi
    @saharafradi Před 10 měsíci

    Thank you

  • @rajivkrishnatr
    @rajivkrishnatr Před 2 lety

    Amazing analogy. Thanks!

  • @jennielo1011
    @jennielo1011 Před 3 lety

    This is so helpful - thank you!!

  • @dikshaarora6958
    @dikshaarora6958 Před 3 lety

    thank you so much

  • @zeeshanhaider7557
    @zeeshanhaider7557 Před 3 lety

    Good info buddy

  • @kristymarie6065
    @kristymarie6065 Před 2 lety

    Great video can you do a video on ocd

    • @backincharge
      @backincharge  Před 2 lety

      Glad it was helpful and great question - yes! I have several videos on OCD and other anxiety concerns in the works for the coming weeks and months and also have a mini-course on responding to intrusive thoughts that is geared towards OCD if you're looking for something sooner! courses.therapynutshell.com/courses/managing-intrusive-thoughts?affcode=514306_jhftlslg