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Constantly Thinking Disorder: is it a real thing?

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Last Updated: 06/12/2022 at 4:13am
Constantly Thinking Disorder: is it a real thing?
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patientLynx7181
May 12th, 2021 5:26am
Thinking constantly in itself is very normal and we all think constantly whether consciously or unconsciously . So, normally thinking constantly isn't a problem and there's no such thing as " constantly thinking disorder" but It may become an issue if it starts to interfere with the task at hand . Basically if you're so engaged in thinking that you aren't able to do things in present , it can be an issue . Constantly thinking can also be problematic if the frequency of thoughts is very high or if the type of thoughts are sad, depressing or they somehow impact you negatively . You can work on this by consciously focusing on the task at hand . If this becomes too much of an issue , then talk , with your friends , parents, (counsellor if you have one) .
Anonymous
May 22nd, 2021 1:22pm
from what i know, constantly thinking disorder is most likely a subset of ocd (obsessive compulsive disorder). having constant thoughts that may be unwanted or obsessive, fall under ocd; obsessive compulsive disorder. by definition, obsessive compulsive disorder can cause repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). it can be difficult to deal with but relaxation techniques (for example, doing a guided meditation, practicing positive imagery or simply focusing on your breathing) can help one feel more grounded. additionally, journaling what you are thinking about is another technique you can use as an outlet :)
Anonymous
September 2nd, 2021 1:14am
Well this depends on what you are thinking about really. Your brain never stops thinking, even when you sleep. So when it comes to your constantly thinking is it because of past situations? Is it because you feel nervous and thinking of all the outcomes from future events. Normally over thinking is trigged with anxiety and conflict avoidance. These are normally the two most often kind of anxieties that keep you over thinking. If you are feeling like this may be "Day Dreaming" that might be because of stress or depression. Your brain is often trying to escape the reality you are currently in by thinking of things to produce dopamine or serotonin to make you feel less depressed.
Raybryant
October 28th, 2021 8:24pm
Constantly thinking disorder is a threat when the thoughts subconsciously affect mood. It takes effort to minimized the effects and change perspective. However it can never be erased completely, therefore it is a natural experience that must be dealt with properly. It is not a disorder in itself, but can lead to other problems. Being able to restrict thoughts is not the goal to live happily. Thinking constantly about one negative subject will affect a person negatively. If a person is unable to view a negative thought in a different perspective or cannot stop thinking about the subject all together, it may be classified as a form of PTSD, which is a disorder. But constantly thinking is not the disorder. The lack of thought is troublesome in certain situations and will benefit from acknowledging thoughts and feelings. Constantly thinking is neither good nor bad. But can be used in different ways in different scenarios.
windfox3
November 18th, 2021 8:15am
It is a real thing. Multiple studies have been done on it, including constantly day-dreaming, which is included in the umbrella of the constantly thinking spectrum. It's not a bad thing, if you learn how to harness it for good, healthy behavior. Rather than constantly thinking about the "what ifs, and what could bes," we need to train our constantly thinking towards, "What can I do right now, that is helpful, healthy, and makes me feel better?" That way, we don't get lost in anxiety and worry over things that we cannot control. Instead, we focus on the things that we can influence and will make us feel better.
cryptoCrisis
December 18th, 2021 7:41pm
Constantly Thinking Disorder? Well... if it is real then everyone's got it. The mind is an essential tool, but for many, it has become an obsessive master. That incessant voice we hear in our heads is NOT who we are. Left unchecked the mind can easily become an unending source of unnecessary judgment and anguish. Step back for a moment, and watch your mind jumping from thought to thought. Who is doing the watching? There!! That is your true self. The Watcher. The absolute best remedy is meditation. Take some time and learn to meditate. There are 100's on instructional videos and 1000's of articles. Plus, once you lean to meditate you'll never have trouble falling asleep again.
RainbowUnicorn1266
December 19th, 2021 1:49pm
This can also be known as anxiety, and can link to other mental disorders which I have experienced myself. It is not necessarily labelled as 'constantly thinking disorder' rather when our brains are racing with thoughts it is more identifed as having anxiety, and a meer panic. Going to a professional GP will be able to underline whether this is related to a specific mental disorder. It is important to talk to those around you to ensure you get the best support. Occasionally we overthink many things which can be easily rectified with some other thinking patterns and relaxation technqiues.
MulberryTree
March 4th, 2022 9:34pm
Constantly thinking is part of the human experience. However if this constant thinking mostly consists of negative thoughts or worries, it may be worth considering that is could be Generalized Anxiety, which definitely exists. Having thoughts float around our head is more common than you'd think and feeling like you're never able to stop thinking is a reality of all of the events that go on in our brains. It's worth it to identify the things you're thinking about and if they're about either positive, neutral, or negative things. Acknowledging these thoughts existing too can also prevent the bad ones from recurring.
ShrutiScarlet
May 10th, 2022 7:14am
Human mind is quite a complex thing. We can call the constant thinking or dwelling as overthinking. It could sometimes be really negative and intrusive thinking. Day dreaming and rumination could also fall under the umbrella. Sometimes it ain't that harmful. But when it's negative or starts inflicting negative impact on one self, it can quite be troublesome thing. Even unharmful thinking which is long term and constant can also affect life negatively. I myself have faced it all, the over imagination, overthinking for long time, zoning out while my mind still dwelling on things or thoughts. So i think yes, i would call it to be a real thing.
Anonymous
June 12th, 2022 4:13am
I wouldn't say constantly thinking is a disorder, but it's certainly a symptom of different disorders! The first one I can think of is anxiety. Excessive worrying and overthinking are relatively common among people with anxiety. As somebody with anxiety, I tend to replay situations in my mind, think about extremely random events that make me upset, and continuously worry about present or future conflicts. It can be really frustrating when your mind won't stop and it's important to seek help if you feel that it's become maladaptive or bad for your quality of life. Whether constantly thinking could or could not be considered a disorder, it still is completely valid if this is happening to you and affecting you!!