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Obsessive-compulsive disorder is very serious. I was able to control it before, but what should I do when I go to college and have a lot of trivial matters?

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Obsessive-compulsive disorder is very serious. I was able to control it before, but what should I do when I go to college and have a lot of trivial matters? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

I have a serious case of OCD. I used to be able to control it, but after going to university, there are so many trivial things. I have to write down in a memo everything the teacher tells me to do, no matter how trivial it is. Every day, I always have to go over the details of the day, for fear of forgetting something I need to do. And I have to make sure over and over again that I haven't left anything behind. Just now, in the foreign teacher's oral class, when the teacher was assigning homework, she spoke in English, but at that moment, my seatmate came to talk to me. Even though I didn't respond to her, it still caused me to miss what the teacher said. Even though I know I can ask someone afterwards, I really feel so bad. I was on the verge of a breakdown. At that moment, I was very angry, but I held it back. Now that I've calmed down, I just feel like crying. My seatmate often comes to talk to me when the teacher is talking. I often feel pain because of this. I think my OCD has reached a certain level and is affecting my normal life. I want to know what I should do.

Claire Woods Claire Woods A total of 5302 people have been helped

Hello, question asker.

From what you've written, I can't see any punctuation marks. What kind of situation were you in when you wrote this text? What feelings were you experiencing when you wrote this text?

You said you get really nervous when your teacher gives you homework. There's a difference between focusing inwardly and focusing outwardly.

When you're inwardly focused, you're more concerned with your own feelings and perceptions than with what's going on around you. Your mind is filled with your own emotions and feelings, so you don't have much attention left for others. You're tense and on edge, and it's hard for you to relax.

From what you've said, it seems like you have a bigger fear of authority. Authority includes leaders, teachers, parents, and things that worry you. It's a fear of authority, like teachers, leaders, and managers. If you can't do what you're told, do you worry about being punished?

Or do you feel like something bad is going to happen?

As you mentioned, your classmate talks to you while you're trying to listen to the teacher. You can tell her to be quiet. You'll probably feel annoyed when she interrupts you like that.

As you mentioned, your classmate talks to you while you're trying to listen to the teacher. You can tell her to be quiet. You'll probably feel annoyed when she interrupts you like that.

The main issue here is that you're worried that not hearing the teacher clearly will cause you problems.

There's a lot of underlying anxiety here. If you can't hear the teacher clearly and ask someone else, how do you understand the question?

Are you bothered by the fact that you think it's a waste of time, or are you bothered by the fact that you feel like you're getting second-hand information instead of the original first-hand information? You need to figure out these inner concerns and clarify some of your thoughts and worries to see if these thoughts are just rationalized perceptions.

Your main concern is that the reunion will stop you from getting information from your teacher directly. This will make you anxious and uneasy.

This is a continuation of the previous obsessive phenomenon. It shows that the root cause is in the past, and now it is just the classmates who are hindering you that are causing you even greater anxiety.

As a general rule, you're more attuned to maintaining control and less comfortable with losing it.

If classmates are getting in the way of you listening, you can let them know. After a few times, they'll probably get the hint and stop disturbing you in class.

The key to improving this situation is to encourage personal growth, explore the underlying psychological issues, and learn to relax and respond to external events in a calm manner.

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Penelope Jane Ashton-White Penelope Jane Ashton-White A total of 479 people have been helped

Greetings, host. My name is Smile.

After reading your description, I have a better understanding of the question you wish to pose, so I will offer you a hug in the four-dimensional space.

From the description provided, it appears that the individual is currently experiencing a multitude of factors, which may be contributing to the observed anxiety and obsessive tendencies, as well as the reported emotional difficulties. It is important to note that the presence of obsession is not uncommon; the degree of obsession, however, can vary significantly between individuals.

It is therefore important to avoid becoming overly nervous, as this can impair cognitive functioning and increase the likelihood of errors. It is advisable to take a step-by-step approach and allow sufficient time for completion of the task.

In order to gain a basic understanding of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), it is first necessary to grasp the concept of the disorder itself. OCD is characterised by obsessive thoughts, compulsive urges or compulsive behaviours. From this description, it can be surmised that the underlying cause of OCD may be rooted in a fear of not having heard the homework assignment clearly, which in turn may result in punishment.

It would be beneficial to solicit input from other individuals. Concurrently, one may perceive their current emotional state as challenging and angry, with a significant portion of this anger directed towards oneself due to difficulties in declining conversation with tablemates. This emotional state may be suppressed, resulting in incomplete emotional release and a heightened risk of emotional collapse.

With regard to the compulsion that was mentioned in the description, it has in fact generalized. It is possible that the individual in question may have initially exhibited compulsive behavior with regard to a single issue, but that this has now generalized to encompass multiple issues. As a result, the individual may find themselves in a state of chronic stress, with an inability to achieve relaxation within a short timeframe.

In this regard, I have also summarized some methods to help alleviate the current situation, and it is my hope that they will prove beneficial to some extent.

(1) It is recommended that you attempt to identify the underlying cause of your anxiety in order to more effectively address the issue at hand.

(2) It is recommended that you attempt to relax more and avoid placing excessive pressure on yourself, as this will only serve to exacerbate your current situation.

(3) One may achieve relaxation through the practice of deep breathing or meditation, thereby facilitating a more tranquil state of being in contrast to one that is characterized by heightened levels of stress and anxiety.

(4) It is recommended that individuals express their thoughts and feelings to their friends more often, and also express their anxieties, so as to better solve problems. However, it is important to note that individuals should still pay attention to the way they express themselves, and not blame their friends for speaking on their behalf.

(5) It is recommended that the individual engage in conversation with a friend with whom they have a positive rapport. This will facilitate the expression of feelings and thoughts, which will in turn provide relief from the current emotional state.

The world and I extend our affection to you.

Best regards.

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Warren Davis Life is a path of enlightenment, seek it.

I can totally relate to how overwhelming it feels when OCD takes over. It's really tough, especially in a new environment like university. I wish I could help you find some strategies to cope with this. Maybe talking to a counselor could offer some support and guidance.

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Mira Davis Time is a painter's palette, full of colors to color our lives.

It sounds incredibly frustrating to miss important information because of distractions. I understand the anxiety that comes from feeling like you're losing control. Have you thought about discussing your situation with your teacher? They might be able to provide you with the homework details in writing or via email.

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Klaus Thomas Teachers are the judges who assess students' progress with fairness and objectivity.

I'm sorry to hear that you're going through this. It must be so hard to feel constantly on edge. Perhaps setting up a routine for reviewing notes and tasks at the end of each day could help reduce the stress of forgetting things. Also, mindfulness exercises might assist in staying present during class.

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Khalil Anderson Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven't found it yet, keep looking. Don't settle. As with all matters of the heart, you'll know when you find it.

I can imagine how upsetting it is to have someone interrupt when you're trying to focus. It's okay to set boundaries with your seatmate. Politely letting her know that you need to concentrate during class could be a step towards protecting your mental space.

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Kimberly Jackson The measure of success is not in avoiding failure but in overcoming it.

The pressure you're under is immense, and it's understandable that you're feeling this way. Sometimes, small changes can make a big difference. Maybe using a digital tool to record lectures or key moments could ensure you don't miss anything crucial. This might ease your mind a bit.

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