Suggest Treatment For Obsessive-compulsive Neurosis

Posted on Sat, 21 Oct 2017

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Sat, 21 Oct 2017 Answered on

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Question : I have constant uncontrollable thoughts and songs in my head and I can't stop them. What is it and what can I do?

Answered by Dr. Shubham Mehta (40 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Obsessive thought rumination

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM.
I can understand your concerns.

This problem of uncontrollable thoughts and songs is a form of Obsessive compulsive neurosis. You have pure obsessions in the form of thoughts and songs. The more you try to stop these, the more they will irritate you.

Simply way is to try not to give importance to these thoughts. Try not to stop them but to let them pass through your mind. Practice relaxation exercises like deep breathing and meditation.

Hope this helps.
Feel free to discuss further.
Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Shubham Mehta (4 hours later)

Would you suggest an OTC medication?

Answered by Dr. Shubham Mehta (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Omega-3 fatty acid supplements

Detailed Answer:
There some OTC medications which may help you to calm down like L-theanine and omega-3 fatty acid supplements. But these are not the specific treatment for your problem.

It's better to consult a doctor/psychiatrist near you for proper treatment. Drugs like sertraline or fluoxetine (prescription drugs) should help you.

All the best.
Thanks

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng