Confessing intrusive thoughts is a uniquely pernicious OCD ritual, but once the practice is identified, it can be relatively straightforward to address.

Understanding Intrusive Thoughts, Anxiety and OCD: A Comprehensive Guide Intrusive thoughts are unwanted, involuntary thoughts, images, or ideas that can be disturbing and difficult to manage.

They're simply thoughts, Awadallah says, and don't reflect your true character or intentions. "Intrusive thoughts are common and normal-they happen to everyone," emphasizes Awadallah.

Everyone has passing intrusive thoughts that seem to come from outside their control: The content may feel alien, absurd, or threatening, and may pass after a few weird moments. Intrusive thoughts ...

Taboo OCD is a common theme in OCD and also involve intrusive thoughts and images. Here's how it's different from other forms of OCD.

A new study has explored the link between sleep deprivation and the inability to stop intrusive thoughts and memories. The research, led by University of East Anglia lecturer Dr Marcus Harrington ...

In TODAY.com's Expert Tip of the Day, psychologists reveal the lifestyle factors that may be causing your intrusive thoughts and how to address them.

Here are 7 of the best ways to stop intrusive thoughts.

Children with OCD experience obsessive thoughts and perform compulsive behaviors to relieve their anxiety. Read about common signs and how to provide support.

Will Poulter has spoken out on his battle with OCD and detailed the intrusive thoughts he has had for 'as long as he can remember'. The Bear star, 32, lifted the lid on his mental health struggles ...