About Intrusive Thoughts OCD
Intrusive Thoughts OCD is a subtype of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) characterized by unwanted, distressing, and often disturbing thoughts that are difficult to control. These thoughts can be about a wide range of topics, including harm, contamination, blasphemous or taboo ideas, or fears of doing something socially unacceptable. Despite their intensity, these thoughts do not reflect the person’s desires or intentions. They are just intrusive thoughts that cause anxiety and discomfort, and they often lead to compulsive behaviors aimed at neutralizing or avoiding these thoughts.