WebRight now, I'm stuck on the fear of going to jail because of my real event OCD. Like what if I don't fill in this paperwork correctly and have to go to jail or get in a lot of trouble. I was conducting I private lesson via Whatsapp to one girl. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. What I would recommend, like others have here, is to not seek reassurance and ask people if you've harmed them or ask friends and family if they think you could harm someone. By then you will understand how compulsions maintain OCD and be equiped to manage the thoughts without anxiety. Furthermore, as time goes by, they may not remember what they were so afraid of (if they ever even knew). It's said that OCD usually kicks off when we start dedicating too much attention to too our intrusive thoghts. Same with you, wanting to go and ask the secret services for reassurance only maintains your belief that getting jailed is a likely outcome of this. What would a courtroom say?". And though I position myself as "pro-Kremlin expert" (though I try to remain as much scientist as possible), I still fear this scenario much. Also, do not blindly trust people. One of the best kinds of therapy is Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT). I, in my infinite childhood wisdom, thought it would be hilarious to bring a laser pen to school with me that day, despite it being on the wideley circulated list of items we were explicitly told to not bring that day. First of all, I have real event ocd, so I get it. It may be that your fear of going to jail OCD has developed because of an event in your real life. Please read below for more information and resources about about OCD and the subreddit. And most of the things on that list I was like 15 and didnt know better, but Ive just accumulated so much guilt and fear I guess I assume the worst will come of everything. Still, yup, always afraid that I will somehow be breaking some obscure law or be accidentally on some list and just get disappeared. How to Be More Aware of Your Surroundings? OCD is crippling if you leave it without treatment. Use your support system and let them know what you might be going through. Copyright OCD-UK 2004-2022 People: They are surrounded by other prisoners who may be unpredictable and of violent character or behavior; this creates fear leading to anxiety. You may or may not have a schizotypical disorder as well, but overcoming obsessions is mainly about stopping the compulsions which keep it going. My therapist advised me to avoid "public speaking" (youtube, TV) and for the moment focus on scientific papers. So, its okay not to panic when you get these thoughts. I spent 2 weeks drinking a bottle of vodka a day just to get a couple hrs of sleep until my mom checked me into the hospital. WebIt's going to take hard work every single day. You matter and deserve help. Identifying and understanding the source of your intrusive thoughts will help you keep these thoughts away easily. Only time helps honestly. WebFear of doing something illegal and going to jail Something that I can't get out of my head is the fear that I might go to jail because of doing something illegal by accident. I spent alot of money seeking reassurance from lawyers (they say - no risk). That's a tough go, sorry that's happening to you. First post on this forum. Besides, the tips mentioned earlier will also help. I don`t get how to draw the line between realistic fears and unrealistic. Then you know what you're trying to stop. But if theerapy isn't on offer then all you can do is read the self-help books and try to apply it as best you can yourself. They are so terrified of what could happen if they didnt do these strategies that they lose any sense that they have a choice about whether they do. However, it could also be because I don't want to upset the people around me, especially family and loved ones. If you have ever experienced these, you should know that youre not alone. Thoughts that are not acted on are to some extent just thoughts, hon. Hemophobia: Fear of blood Latrophobia: Fear of doctors. But in Russia you can get jailed for justification of terrorism, I don`t think that I justified it - I never said it`s OK to blow up things and spread terror - I just explained it from political science standpoint. The meds were working but making me feel so fatigued I wasnt able to function. Having someone you can talk to can be a blessing in many ways. Intrusive thoughts are not rare in such cases as well. I don't quite know how because they are based on real events that happened. Of what exactly are you afraid? I think that it depends on the subjetive experience you're having due to these thoughts. Yes is the short answer. I went through a phase of this. They may begin with hints of truth, which is why they can be so alluring and grab attention fast. Is It Normal to Constantly Fear Going to Jail? It makes me not want to leave my room. Whenever you feel OCD really compelling you to do something (checking, counting, etc.) I`ve had another occurence of immense fear. Healthy 23 year old men who are abstaining from PMO in my experience make awful decisions. Most people can put their past mistakes behind them and avoid incessantly worrying. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. February 17, 2022 in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Is the event real or imagined? Privet Richard. (My attempt at 'hello' in Russian!) In OCD the thing we fear always seems very real and very likely to happen unless we do the comp by coconutjam82 Thu Feb 18, 2016 8:31 am, by coconutjam82 Fri Feb 19, 2016 2:31 am, by coconutjam82 Sun Feb 21, 2016 2:18 am, by coconutjam82 Sun Feb 21, 2016 10:51 am, by sillycaterpillar89 Thu Apr 07, 2016 2:16 am, by eightpencils Tue Apr 12, 2016 7:52 pm, Return to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Forum, Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 36 guests. And I will be even more scared. It may be physical or mental rituals such as thinking neutralizing thoughts, counting, checking the house is locked and safe (to stop the police breaking in easily) or it could be something specific to you that helps you feel safe. At this time, very little is known about toilet anxiety. But yet, my mind will then go in to "What If" mode (i.e. Just make sure when it happens to not check for reassurance like going back to the spot or inspecting your car because for me Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I visited Youtube channel that often criticises Kremlin. The obsessions and compulsions that characterize OCD can center around different themes. It can be different for your case. I have had simular fears before but only because I am clausterphobic, and worry what I woudl do if I couldn't get out. That's a shame, Richard. I have no doubt CBT would help you, it's even used to help schizoid disorders quite commonly now. But if theerapy isn't on That's asking for reassurance though, which will only help you in the short term and not the long term. It is incredible how our thoughts can seem pointless once we voice them aloud. We treat OCD by restoring a persons sense of agency, or control. I don`t get why medication is not working properly, why I can`t get rid of this "swarm of fear thoughts", The thing is that my psychiatrist believes that OCD is only part of the story and that in general I have a shizotipical disorder. I realized that some obsessions may be to hard to shake of because you have already done a lot of compulsions that they require or because they are for some reason particulary stressful especially for me. I keep reviewing my memory to check if I had any clear and unmistakable intention to threaten/cause harm to my classmate. Fear of going to jail OCD describes an irrational fear of going to jail. These can be unpleasant thoughts, excessive guilt, doubts, and crushing anxiety. But first, this section highlights a few strategies that might help you lessen your OCD fear of going to jail and other sorts of fears, too. Even if you get temporary relief the doubt (and fear) always returns soon after. However police may think otherwise, if my student informs police, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Press J to jump to the feed. Your therapist may be right that for now you should avoid public speaking. . I eventually got a job and just forced myself to work through the brain fog and fatigue. For the next year I would go to one of these places about once every 3 months. It was awful. I get severe anxiety whenever I'm around the police. I used to also think the same about suicide - in so much as I'll end up taking my own life. I always play out scenarios where I might have done something illegal on accident (going a bit over speed limit, messing up on paperwork, etc.) Fear of getting OCD may result in a self-fulfilling prophecy. is there any good resources about self-help with OCD online? My psychiatrist says that I need to stay for some time in hospital, so that they could administer mor drug-intensive therapy. Is the fear of going to jail the worst possible outcome to this event? Those are the signs that OCD is in play. There are plenty of good self-help books in English. Like Ill catch myself defending myself in my head against people that arent even real lol. So even if you think something is immoral, it doesn't mean it's illegal. WebMost of the folks here though have fear of getting caught for no reason but my fear is the environment in the jail, just thinking about it makes me anxious and get into By now, you may have already seen the term fear of going to jail OCD floating around. Hello ivieo. I worked on shuting this thoghts for days and just one analitical article returned all this fear and obsession. and these fears when they manifest can be cripiling because its like my brain freezes with anxiety anf fear and I am in a fog. Thoughts like terrified of breaking the law without my knowledge, why do I constantly fear going to jail may nag their minds constantly. (For example deleting your youtube post was a You can't allow yourself to change your actions or plans based on numbers. If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please do not hesitate to talk to someone. I KNOW IM AN AWFUL PERSON I JUST NEED HELP SO I CAN MAKE THIS RIGHT. I understand sometimes people really do get jailed in Russia for their political views, but ask someone with fears of bacteria and they'll say the likelihood of illness is real, people with responsibility fears will say they 'should' feel responsible and so on. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. I wrote a more detailed response to OP on this same thread and I'd recommend giving it a once over. Reasoning does not help control the obsessions. Usually I wrote only scientfic papers - youtube format was new for me and I was ready for it. This has also evolved into my kids being taken away too. And somehow the problems with criminal code fear me much more than rabies, HIV or even cancer. But you can`t go to secret serrvices and ask them: "guys, are you OK with my words or are you going to prosecute me?". Also I cry a lot - can this be the sign of depression? Third, the basic reality is that you (we!) You can manage it more with a better response system. Not making excuses and I know Im a piece of shit for this it just added to my terrible Mindset at the time. is there any good resources about self-help with OCD online? My New Year is ruined ( I used to worry about being wrongly arrested for a crime I didnt commit and being sent to jail. Though I don`t get how to draw the line between realistic fears and unrealistic. These thoughts do not define you as a person, and the more you let that register, the easier it will get. People with OCD may also fear blasphemy, violent acts against others, and doubts about doing everyday tasks wrong. They will no longer seem threatening and lose meaning once you acknowledge them. I have an obsession with obtaining a criminal record and therefore sabotaging my career, as well as going to jail. I Need to Be Dead: I Am Fed up With My Life! In the nineteenth century, it was known as The Doubting Disease. Hit and run obsessions fall under a subgroup of doubts about having harmed others through some kind of negligence. However intrusive your thoughts may seem at times, its important to remember that you may not have OCD. I also have always been afraid of law enforcement unnecessary. People with OCD are afraid of making a mistake that they cant take back, one that would lead them to experience their most feared emotional state forever. I highly regret it, however, I am terrified of it happening again. Oh my gosh, I CONSTANTLY have this, too!! My therapist believes that CBT is not for me. I got an absentee ballot in the mail only a few days before an upcoming election and filled it out but forgot I was home alone and didnt Its definitely not healthy :( . In OCD the thing we fear always seems very real and very likely to happen unless we do the compulsions to stop it. These fears can be intense, even if you have nothing wrong. Ruminating is my compulsion. It is extremly big. ALL of my obsessions are about either getting sued, going to jail or accidentally making someone else go to jail. So, talking yourself through these thoughts should help you rationalize better. I have the fear of going to prison pop up as well. In RF-ERP the primary goal of exposure is to learn that you have a choice, regardless of the outcome. Somehow I started beiing afraid of russian police (or secret services) more than I am afraid of cancer. Xanox and sort of. In my country, I think that there is no limitations period for criminal offences, which is partly why I'm so scared. I told the doctors my story and they diagnosed me with OCD/Ruminating Thoughts. These fears could be about anything. Fear of acting out may be most prevalent in the following obsessions: Aggression - thoughts of harming others or of harming oneself Sexuality - thoughts of changing orientation or of engaging in unwanted sexual behaviors Religion - thoughts of violating religious rules Morality - thoughts of engaging in immoral behavior This Is Where (I know its wrong and understand the severity) I had to go to court and everything. It could also result from breaking the law knowingly or unknowingly and resulting in jail time. Here is the thing bro, you're deep in it. Like what if This isn't really the best thing to do since it's an OCD "check" but it gave me a tool. Dude, I have this too! I've been down that rabbit hole and it only gets worse and worse with more and more numbers becoming "bad" and harder to avoid. Im rambling. This is their Core Fear. I remembered walking down the corridor from intake going thru barred doors that had to be buzzed in order to open and then the 8 of us approached the main cell house door that slid opened and closed behind us once we entered. The person with OCD avoids doing anything that could potentially lead to their Core Fear (avoidance), and feels compelled to do things to protect themselves from their Core Fear (compulsions). I wisited doctor and I think this was right thing to do. I have never related to a comment more. If the problem lasts for a while or if it becomes a significant thing in your every day life, I would also reccomend seeing a therapist, even if it just helps you to have no more doubts. Doing so would take the threat out of these thoughts. Our mission is to provide easy to read and in-depth medical information. Should none of these techniques work for you, therapy is the best alternative. A new sense of worth. Accepted the possibility that it might happen. Now, youll want to pay close attention to these thoughts. Rumination-Focused ERP (RF-ERP) helps restore a persons sense of agency by helping them to understand why they engage in their symptoms and by systematically helping them to exercise control over those symptoms. The thing is, that you can recover from OCD and medicine is not a necessity to do so. Many people think that OCD symptoms are random. Until next time, take care and be well. Those who struggle with It appears you have not yet Signed Up with our community. More in-depth perspectives can be found here: Targets and Rationales for RF-ERP Exposures. How Do I Feel Alive Again? Depression+Anxiety+Sore back+NoFap brain is not a good combination. So, you may also wonder, does OCD cause phobias?. I am 20 years old, and have been suffering from OCD for almost 8 years now. My sister is a Poli sci grad student and we live together. December 27, 2020 in Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). I tried and failed multiple times and eventually got a really good streak going. Always something super bad. Your mindset has to change to a recovery mindset if you want to get better. So, do OCD fears come true? * An exposure may also provide an opportunity to disconfirm an expected negative outcome of a certain behavior, but RF-ERP does not see this as the primary way that exposure works. I worked out, ate healthy and tried to keep a positive attitude but my job was ruining my life. Only having intrusive thoughts isnt a marker of an accurate diagnosis. Like, Im 99% sure I havent done anything to be thrown in jail for, but its still my second biggest fear. Its just not relevant to the crime. But what it does take is effort every single day and pushing into your fears. But there are many causes of testicular lumps, so although its natural to fear cancer until the doctor has assessed it it's unrealistic to assume the lump has to be cancer or to continue to worry once it's been checked out. That means when those thoughts come up, instead of ruminating, just say, You know, I cant be certain about what will happen. Force yourself to go through with it, please. Even if this possibility were real, how should I behave? I'm not asking for a diagnosis but could this potentially be a form of OCD? It's going to take hard work every single day. Claustrophobia: Fear of enclosed spaces. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. The good news is that youll also learn about how to keep these thoughts at bay. I immediatly got scared - what if she informs security services that I call terrorism "rational", I asked her whether what I say is confidential - and she confirmed, However my OCD tells me that I should ask her directly whether or not she is going to inform police or secret service, However I realise that with this question I may scare her, she will think that I`m weird and quit lessons. Right now, Im stuck on the fear of going to jail because of my real event OCD. It comes like a feeling. I realize that in UK and US CBT is a dominant school. Keep reminding yourself that you can in fact commit these crimes and go to jail. There have been several times in the last few months where friends would suggest we do something soon and I think, "Well I'll be in prison by then so what does it matter?" Checking? Wholesomealive is an online healthcare media publishing website. It helps. It really helps. My doc says that my OCD is a symptom of more general shizotypical disorder and so meds are more important than anything Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder message board, open discussion, and online support group. Intrusive-obsessive Worry Of Going To Prison, Help Me! I didnt really think it was that big of a deal at the time, but it really breaks me now. If you suffer from claustrophobia, you might dread CT scans, MRIs and other tests that require confinement. I've also stopped myself from googling every single thing I'm worried about and to get information about who has been arrested for what. Then I catch myself and get so distressed about magical thinking. I try to tell myself the fear spiral is NOT the obsession or the problem, but rather the OCD desperate for absolute certainty in an uncertain world. The intense intrusive thoughts of OCD can be crippling and interfere with your day-to-day work. Copyright OCD-UK 2004-2022 I often worry I've run someone over in my car, I sometimes have to make myself not go back and check. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Can anyone relate? I was off the entire winter again with a lot of time to overthink and worry. Its not always the case, so I would stop you there if youre feeling alarmed. Other times it just requires helping them to do things, or not do things, despite how terrified they are of the potential consequences. ), what they really fear the most is the emotional state they associate with that event, and their actual worst fear would be experiencing that emotional state forever. Common obsessions are: A strong fixation with dirt or germs Repeated doubts (for example, about having turned off the stove) A need to have things in a very specific I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Dates on a calendar don't mean anything good or bad. I visited Youtube channel that often criticises Kremlin. I said some "poltical science stuff". I can`t totally discard probabilty of secret service But what it does take is effort every single day I need some replies. I don`t get why medication is not working properly, why I can`t get rid of this "swarm of fear thoughts" The thing is that my For instance (sorry for details) several years ago I found a lump on my testicle (sorry again) and got immediately scared that it is testicl cancer. A subreddit dedicated to discussion, articles, and support regarding OCD. Sign up for a new account in our community. Begging for help. Finding a lump on your testicle definitely requires a visit to the doctor to get it checked out. But there are many causes of testicular lumps, so * Sometimes this requires teaching them how to exercise control (e.g., how to stop ruminating). Do you ever fear losing control? I imagine how I will do things in jail and then I overthink like wait does that mean its happening?? My husband cracks up (we laugh about it together. Learning to live with uncertainty about the future and the past is so freaking difficult though. All right reserved. It is difficult to say with conviction whether it happens for sure because each case is very different. Hey, Im not OP but I obsess a lot if I had a breakdown relating to my theme and blurted out things I didnt do on the internet or forums because I may have lost control of myself and forgot. so they know how severe things are and can help you work out possible options; even if the other meds are worse, there might be things they can do to adjust your current meds/reduce side effects/etc. They may have some of the same treatment options. How do you cope with these kind of thoughts? Best wishes fam, I feel like this is one of those things that is super hard while you're in the thick of it but if you let other people help you and understand your situation it'll get better. Someone who is struggling with OCD, fear of blindness has constant fears an illness will lead to them becoming blind or visually impaired. Right now, I'm stuck on the fear of going to jail because of my real event OCD. I was terrified I was going to jail and they'd throw away the key. The persons subjective lack of agency regarding their symptoms worsens as theyve been doing those symptoms for a longer and longer time, because they have so many experiences of feeling as though they dont have a choice about doing them. I wrote to my doc that Zeldox isn`t working at all and that I need something more powerful to shut my obsessive thoughts down. Ive never met anyone with that fear besides myself, thank you for telling this helps a lot. WebFear of going to jail OCD describes an irrational fear of going to jail. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. Also during this time I lost 3 jobs in 2 years from being laid off Im a good worker it was just bad timing. And though I position myself as "pro-Kremlin expert" (though I try to remain as much scientist as possible), I still fear this scenario much. Moreover, it is not always possible to prove that doing X wont lead to Y. And I hate it for you. So, rather than fearing what hasnt happened, its better to focus on your present. OCD symptoms are thus strategies that the person with OCD uses to protect themselves from their Core Fear, whatever that might be. I try to avoid weapons or dangerous objects that I could harm myself with. It may have been why you have decided to click on this article. Sometimes, people confuse the fear of going to jail with OCD with a phobia. These obsessions typically intrude when you're trying to think of or do other things. That's why I am interested in hearing about the experiences of any individual who think they may suffer from a fear of going to the bathroom. You're overestimating how hard it actually is to get sent to jail. There are several resources and experts that specialize in treating OCD. however in Russia it is not. Whenever I started to feel that way I'd tell myself, "what would a jury say? I used to think I was going to jail for using a fake name on tumblr.I didnt know it was OCD at the time so I let myself ruminate like crazy. I visited one of these places got an awesome massage and the Extra thing. So, fear of going to jail OCD is one of this kind. I often have intrusive thoughts about harming/killing myself, so much so that I have attempted it this past summer. Logically I can't think of any reason it would ever happen, but that fear is constant. I have no doubt CBT would help you, it's even used to help schizoid disorders quite commonly now. A subreddit dedicated to discussion, articles, and support regarding OCD. You need to understand why these thoughts are disturbing you in the first place. I'm thinking it might be repressed anger and frustration because I have a difficult time expressing and managing my emotions due to my upbringing. However, we are not able to help with suicide on an internet forum. Every person with OCD believes 'the problem is' and says their fear really can happen. It's easy! I live in the UK. Or something else? So, does OCD cause fear, or does fear cause OCD, and is OCD based on fear? I wisited doctor and I think this was right thing to do. I spent 24 hrs a day fearing prison and hell because it was reported that the women could possibly be human trafficking victims. Its the worst. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. But its best to not worry about these things too much as everyone has irrational fears to some extent. Now, since I can't give you a diagnosis because I'm not a doctor and since I can't give you reassurance either, ask yourself how much this has impacted your life the last few weeks. These thoughts may be because of OCD, which is short for obsessive-compulsive disorder. My therapist believes that CBT is not for me. The speech rehearsal thing I relate to so much! WebYou can't go to jail unless you commit a crime punishable with jail time. I've had harm OCD for many many years, and have come to expect to have thoughts that in some people would be worrisome, or sociopathic. I'd just go ahead and keep your I feel like I just spend so much time disregarding the things that life offers me because of my obsession! How can I see the difference between "realistic fears" and "OCD fears"? I used to work very intense construction labor jobs with shitty pay carrying shingles, bricks, basically anything heavy. Is there a concrete way to accept this and live in peace regardless? New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. But realistically there is no reason for it to happen I just hate that thought so much. I also feel a lot of guilt over things I may have done. My girlfriend gave me a second chance and I started making it up to her things were going okay for a while but the drugs have made it impossible to function and have a normal life and I cant take it anymore. And then do something else asap. Jail would definitely be the worst outcome for me, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Once you've identified your compulsions you need to practise NOT doing them when the scary thoughts come to you. For instance several years ago I found a lump on my testicle and got immediately scared that it is testicl cancer. 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