I sometimes worry excessively over small details like for example I sold some items on amazon four of them for around $50 each. I kept worrying after I had sent them ,because i forgot to get delivery confirmation for them and just began to worry excessively that some people would recieve them and then say they did not and demand a refund and I could not prove it. And I just kept thinking about it. Even lost sleep over it a little bit.
What is this normal? This is just one example of what I am talking about. I guess it could be described also as paranoia or obsessive compulsive thoughts as well maybe. But other times I may worry continuously about "trust" issues or be too worried over money situations like this. Although it surely is unlikely that anybody would really "rip me off " like that!
2007-03-02 13:46:17 · 15 answers · asked by Charles R 1 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
First off, ignore all the advice about getting pills - why do people see others worry a little and throw pills at them to deal with it? Sheesh!!
You actually had a valid reason to be concerned, it wasn't an irrational thought to believe that you 'could' be ripped off in the way you described so you are being logical in your thought process. That's the good news. You are clearly showing heightened anxiety in your response to the possibility that you could be ripped off, a little more than is normal (ie your losing sleep). I would guess that you have experienced some form of emotional abandonment along the way, because your anxiety shows itself when you believe that you didn't 'cover your back' and do everything in a situation to protect yourself. You then feel exposed and what follows is anxiety which is really associated with a past event but is creeping into everyday things. Concentrate on the root cause and you will get back on track without pills to numb your mind.
2007-03-02 14:02:11 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think from my experience you have obsessive compulsive traits, I think you should see a doctor if you need a full diagnosis and description.
Personal problems go like this: we all got 'em, everone, its what makes us unique.
BUT, if these problems become a burden and control or "shrink" your life by limiting what you feel you may have the potential to do, then its up tp you to decide if you want to get any help to deal with or live with the issue (or whatever your hopes may be).
But remember, just because some one labels you or you are a little eccentric, does not mean you are no longer you anymore. Its like I said, eveyone has their own issues- take a singer or musician for example, if they felt no difficulty or pain, then I dont think the music they created would have such power of communication.
You may want to sit and think about this before jumping onto "what to do", change is a big deal, and you need to make sure now feels like a good time. Try to make a decision rather than a "maybe I'll half heartedly attempt". To change and psychological issue takes balls and determination. Dont take it lightly!
If you did want to get help, as your doctor to refer you to a psychiatrist so you can talk more fully about all the many options.
2007-03-02 14:12:26 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is somewhere in the middle.
Its a bit more worrying than someone would do normally, but its at the minor end of what a person with OCD would go through.
Sounds like you have a lot of things going on, i think you should go to your doctor and ask for an assessment. Quite often adressing the main issue (whatever it may be) will help every aspect of your anxiety.
Good luck, and make sure you go get some help.
More people than you think have these issues so dont worry about that either :)
2007-03-02 13:56:30 · answer #3 · answered by n b 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like generalized anxiety disorder
Understanding it is most important, http://www.psychologynet.org/ganxiety.ht...
The best therapy is:
Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/cognitive_b... worked best for me. I suffered from social anxiety for over 15 years. I've tried meds, individual therapy, and group therapy and studied psychology for 10 years, as a profession, but also with the hope to cure myself.
Depending on your comfort level, you could go to a psychologist that practices CBT and specializes in anxiety disorders, seek a group therapy, or create one. Another idea is to see if there are any local research studies being conducted that you could participate in.
The program that finally worked the best for me is this one: http://www.socialanxiety.us/findinghelp.... and I was lucky enough to have a structured behavioral group to go along with it. Sometimes the people that actually attend this program come back home and form groups.
Any questions, let me know ... I can't tell you how much this has improved my life!
2007-03-02 15:36:24 · answer #4 · answered by Advice Please 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, I guess you could say you suffer from anxiety. As to your question about what causes it - I guess that the cause varies from person to person.
My sister suffered from Obssessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and had to have lots of therapy to learn to let go.
I think we live in very highly-pressurised times, and it doesn't help, but as I always used to say to my sis: there's no point worrying cos if you can change the thing or event you're worrying about, you don't have to worry, you can just change it. And if you can't change it, then whatever is going to happen will happen anyway, so what's the point of worrying? Just deal with it if and when it does happen.
This way of thinking kinda helped her, so maybe it might help you ... I used to worry but now I just believe in letting go and enjoying the ride wherever it might take me.
2007-03-02 13:54:05 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I totally do the same thing. That is anxiety. I tend to call it over analyzing. But it truly is excessive if you're losing sleep over it.
2007-03-02 13:51:02 · answer #6 · answered by 30 year old 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No. That is not normal. You should seek pyschiatric help. Maybe they can prescribe sedatives to help you deal with your problem before it becomes worse than it is already.
Obsessive Compulsives often leads to deeper forms of anxiety.
2007-03-02 13:50:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
As long as you're in control over your six to seven hours of sleep everything is normal.
2007-03-02 14:34:14 · answer #8 · answered by zerosopher 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give your self a break, life is too short.
2007-03-02 17:00:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2007-03-02 13:48:39 · answer #10 · answered by shetaz5360 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋