Thank you for sharing your concerns.
I do see many persons with strange or unusual thoughts. Very often, the thoughts can be obsessional in nature, that is they are recurring, nonsensical, but keeps intruding into the people's consciousness. The individual finds it hard to resist those thoughts. He or she is distressed by the thoughts.
I recently examined a case who constantly worries that the lights are not switched off and would return to the rooms and offices to make sure that the lights and air con are switched off. He has many doubts that he has not done various tasks properly and hence the need to repeat them n times a day. The recurring thoughts may also affect one's ability to attend school or to work.
Obsessions can occur in people with OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) and anxiety disorder. The good news is that both conditions can be effectively treated.
You can approach your family physician for an initial evaluation. The doctor can also start you on treatment with a medicine if the need arises. He or she can also refer you to the psychiatrist if your case is complicated or if the doctor is not able to determine what the underlying mental health issue is. Alternatively, you cam also see a counsellor at the Family Service Centre or at a counselling centre for the initial assessment. The counsellor will refer you to a psychiatrist if your case needs treatments other than counselling alone.
May I wish you a speedy recovery. Take care. Cheers!
I hope you will receive the help that you need soon. Cheers!
