Going to jail is my number one fear, and I always imagine my life if I went to prison, like surviving in the prison, trying to find a job when released, shame from family and friends. Even if this possibility were real, how should I behave? 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. You have to accept your fear is out of proportion to reality and that reassurance seeking and other compulsions (asking lawyers, checking youtube, deleting things) is what keeps the fear active. It was awful. By talks I mean the process of psychitherapy. Ugh yes thank you. 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. Yeah, I've found that jail thoughts can't really be logically defeated. CBT can teach you to see your obsessions in a new light and overcome your compulsions. Having someone you can talk to can be a blessing in many ways. WebYou can't go to jail unless you commit a crime punishable with jail time. And I will be even more scared. I get a visceral reaction. A subreddit dedicated to discussion, articles, and support regarding OCD. The only way to deal with irrational fear is to go through it. 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. Thats part of the fear that freaks me out the most, the fact Im thinking about what my life would be if it happened. I think that it depends on the subjetive experience you're having due to these thoughts. I highly regret it, however, I am terrified of it happening again. Also I cry a lot - can this be the sign of depression? They may begin with hints of truth, which is why they can be so alluring and grab attention fast. Hi I also struggled with prison OCD, feel free to PM me. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. I went through a phase of this. I'd just go ahead and keep your Can you access books on OCD and CBT in Russia? It can sometimes take years of silent suffering for several people before seeking professional help. Hemophobia: Fear of blood Latrophobia: Fear of doctors. 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. And somehow the problems with criminal code fear me much more than rabies, HIV or even cancer. I've mostly gotten over it now just by continuously reminding myself I'm doing nothing wrong. At this time, very little is known about toilet anxiety. Agreed with glowmousemoon. A new sense of worth. Sign up for a new account in our community. 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. Besides, the tips mentioned earlier will also help. Linds: thanks for the advice. My husband cracks up (we laugh about it together. 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. Maybe also communicate with your psychiatrist the extent of the effects of the meds on you (w/ your job, relationship, general happiness, etc.) ALL of my obsessions are about either getting sued, going to jail or accidentally making someone else go to jail. Then you can consider talking to them every time these thoughts threaten to plague your mind. However I am so much afraid of law enforcers, that it became much more than "ordinary obession". Not even just about law enforcement, if something ever happens where I feel someone might ask me about my side of the story I would have a checklist in my head of things to go over when speaking to them. 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. At present, Im feeling very anxious because I booked a holiday for dates that have three number nines. Its more natural to run away from those that seem scary. Dealt with it how I deal with all my other obsessions. Then you know what you're trying to stop. Though I don`t get how to draw the line between realistic fears and unrealistic. The support of others is critical at this time. It is difficult to say with conviction whether it happens for sure because each case is very different. Wholesomealive.com is reader-supported. So much so that they cant put it past them and start falling into the loop of intrusive thoughts.. I'd say that communication is key; you're struggling with whether to go off the meds or not, as well as a bunch of other things, and I think you should communicate that with your girlfriend and anyone else you think it would be helpful to. This is their Core Fear. Also during this time I lost 3 jobs in 2 years from being laid off Im a good worker it was just bad timing. Its the worst. 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. You can learn to ignore these thoughts, it's not easy, but it can be done. And btw, I've lost a couple jobs in the past year; I get it. Some of the symptoms of OCD and phobia may overlap. Ask our community of thousands of members your health questions, and learn from others experiences. 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. NOT LOOKING FOR SYMPATHY. I feel like because they are technically three number sixes upside down, that it is somehow immoral. I often have intrusive thoughts about harming/killing myself, so much so that I have attempted it this past summer. Good luck, and ask if you have specific questions. Furthermore, as time goes by, they may not remember what they were so afraid of (if they ever even knew). I failed a very basic test to be a low level worker at a steel plant (Very bad at math). Study the law, learn about scams and stuff so you will never ever fall under a victim or get in trouble because of ignorance of the law. Its a real fear, but this event in particular happened 4 years ago, and although everyone says that nothing is going to happen, it is still bothering me. Its not always the case, so I would stop you there if youre feeling alarmed. I have no doubt CBT would help you, it's even used to help schizoid disorders quite commonly now. So, fear of going to jail OCD is one of this kind. WebOCD/Anxiety/Fear of prison and Hell Long story might be hard to follow I dont know where to start, stay with me please. If you experience these thoughts excessively, it is probably a good idea to seek professional help. Until next time, take care and be well. Accepted the possibility that it might happen. It comes like a feeling. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. The only problem is that in Russia you really can be jailed for political views. I was pretty much a human forklift. However, it could also be because I don't want to upset the people around me, especially family and loved ones. Best Subliminal for Weight Loss: Do Subliminal Messages Work for Weight Loss? Usually I wrote only scientfic papers - youtube format was new for me and I was ready for it. 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 am 20 years old, and have been suffering from OCD for almost 8 years now. Healthy 23 year old men who are abstaining from PMO in my experience make awful decisions. For example, fear of getting dirty is an OCD disorder. Hopefully this helps you feel a little less alone. I feel like I don`t know. I have had simular fears before but only because I am clausterphobic, and worry what I woudl do if I couldn't get out. Identifying and understanding the source of your intrusive thoughts will help you keep these thoughts away easily. Even if this possibility were real, how should I behave? I was conducting I private lesson via Whatsapp to one girl. Many people think that OCD symptoms are random. I eventually came clean to my girlfriend because obviously she knew something was wrong and went back to live with my mom. Copyright OCD-UK 2004-2022 Terrorism is rational. Once you've identified your compulsions you need to practise NOT doing them when the scary thoughts come to you. 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. And then do something else asap. Please read below for more information and resources about about OCD and the subreddit. Finally I read the news that Robert Kraft was in trouble for doing what I did and I thought that I was going to go to jail. Press J to jump to the feed. Put another way, they lose their sense of agency. If you suffer from claustrophobia, you might dread CT scans, MRIs and other tests that require confinement. So, rather than fearing what hasnt happened, its better to focus on your present. That's a shame, Richard. Is It Normal to Constantly Fear Going to Jail? 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 As you get better at facing your anxiety and not giving in to compulsions you can reintroduce these activities to your life. The meds were working but making me feel so fatigued I wasnt able to function. 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. Getting a proper diagnosis will help you understand your case a lot better. It could also result from breaking the law knowingly or unknowingly and resulting in jail time. A am a political scientist and I dwell in Moscow since I was born. Arriving at conclusions without medical expertise could do you more harm than good. It doesnt have to mean that something has gone wrong in your nervous system. Intrusive-obsessive Worry Of Going To Prison, Help Me! It's said that OCD usually kicks off when we start dedicating too much attention to too our intrusive thoghts. 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. My hands get clammy, my heart races, etc. Is there a concrete way to accept this and live in peace regardless? I'm just glad I wasn't foolish enough to go using it when any members of the royalty were around! WebRight now, I'm stuck on the fear of going to jail because of my real event OCD. There have been cases where the OCD may develop into a phobia and vice versa. I tell myself it's OCD and let it go. Absolutely. The best I can do is to go by my therapist's word that I've done no wrong, and that the "victim" seems to be fine and even told methat I've no need to apologize. However intrusive your thoughts may seem at times, its important to remember that you may not have OCD. 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. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. My Phychatrist told me that the other options of meds have worse effects. Please read below for more information and resources about about OCD and the subreddit. In my country, I think that there is no limitations period for criminal offences, which is partly why I'm so scared. I relate to the secret list. Only having intrusive thoughts isnt a marker of an accurate diagnosis. But symptoms vary widely from one individual to another, and OCD is very treatable. If someone has an obsessive fear of cancer the one thing they should NOT do is go to the doctor! Just make sure when it happens to not check for reassurance like going back to the spot or inspecting your car because for me Only time helps honestly. 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. Unfortunately I can`t afford it. They happen often and cause great anxiety. I realize that in UK and US CBT is a dominant school. It's a very scary thing :/. Oh I absolutely can relate, the idea of getting arrested because I've built up a "secret list" of everything I ever did wrong and never knew about, realistically I've only ever gotten a slap on the wrist once by the law but ever since I've been panicked about it. Wholesomealive is an online healthcare media publishing website. Like what if 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. 4 steps don`t work properly with this particalar obsession. Your therapist may be right that for now you should avoid public speaking. Is there a concrete way to accept this and live in peace regardless? Maybe you can teach her about treating OCD! By If you are looking for a place to start let me give them to you. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. So whenever I'd start to freak out she would talk me through the law and legal stuff. A subreddit dedicated to discussion, articles, and support regarding OCD. Secondly, the compulsions can be dangerous. I asked to delete the video with me and the Youtube channel agreed. No scheduling or phone calls. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. WebYes, I suffer from "hit and run" ocd everytime i drive. 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. Thoughts like terrified of breaking the law without my knowledge, why do I constantly fear going to jail may nag their minds constantly. Like Ill catch myself defending myself in my head against people that arent even real lol. 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. I would think this falls under intrusive thoughts. Wouldn't want the Dr. to take them, now would I? I`ve had another occurence of immense fear. Medication (neuroleptics) is not working on me at all - I tried lots of different neureleptics. But what it does take is effort every single day . Then I catch myself and get so distressed about magical thinking. You say you are taking drugs and have been offered more drug treatment in hospital, but drugs alone will not cure OCD. I wisited doctor and I think this was right thing to do. The thing is, that you can recover from OCD and medicine is not a necessity to do so. I had an amazing, beautiful girlfriend who was very supportive that I did not live with at the time. But contrary to what common sense might suggest about OCD patients, these people arent more likely to commit more crimes than usual. I imagine how I will do things in jail and then I overthink like wait does that mean its happening?? I tried everything to get rid of the depression and just deal with the jobs. Ever since, any time I see a cop or am reminded of law enforcement. I have a huge fear my children will be taken away. These obsessions typically intrude when you're trying to think of or do other things. Im insanely nervous around police, and I have never committed a crime, I have police in the extended family, and I dated a police officer. I've been having dreams about doing something illegal. The more she knows what's going on, the less surprised she'll be by things that happen along the path of you getting better, and also the more lenient she might be with mistakes you make because she knows what you're going through and that you're trying. Your obsession over this suggests that you're not the awful person you worry about being, since you never actually hurt someone in school. The goal of this article is to provide a simple framework for beginning to see the coherency in these symptoms. Obsessions are unfounded thoughts, fears, or worries. I spent alot of money seeking reassurance from lawyers (they say - no risk). New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Ive never met anyone with that fear besides myself, thank you for telling this helps a lot. So you're not completely paranoid- like many You matter and deserve help. I posted a similar thread over on the anxiety board. Most people can put their past mistakes behind them and avoid incessantly worrying. The headline might just have well have said, Killer has brown eyes.. If you afraid of cancer, you can visit doctor and search for cancer. You can't allow yourself to change your actions or plans based on numbers. Do you cave in and change what youre doing or do you go ahead and do it anyway? 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. Blindness OCD Common obsessions Fears of getting sick or contracting an illness Fears of an illness having a symptom of vision loss Fears around having blurry vision Being hyper focused on any vision changes Consistently consulting a doctor regarding fears of blindness and seeking reassurance Checking for changes in vision I can`t abstain from reading this because I am a professor of polittical science(, I am just tired of constant fear. I am 20 years old, and have been suffering from OCD for almost 8 years now. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition where you experience obsessive often uncontrollable anxious thoughts with frequent compulsions in response to those thoughts. So, you may also wonder, does OCD cause phobias?. I haven't been 100% moral in my life and I often stress about being 100% clean and pure in this respect and since it's nearly impossible to live life this way outside of a convent, I get very paranoid and worried about. OCD is crippling if you leave it without treatment. Fear of going to jail also seems to be a common complaint about people with OCD. I feel like I just spend so much time disregarding the things that life offers me because of my obsession! Any advice is appreciated. 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. Please read below for more information and resources about about OCD and the subreddit. If someone decides to do something wrong that is illegal, abandon them. The only problem is that in Russia you really can be jailed for political views. I tried and failed multiple times and eventually got a really good streak going. My brain swears "they" are coming for me. I am deeply ashamed of what Ive done (it happened 3 or 4 years ago), and I recognise that, although I was a clueless teenager, I did something extremely stupid. Those who struggle with Ruminating? I'd just go ahead and keep your travel plans how they are. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. What would a courtroom say?". I do my best to still make these plans to not strengthen these thoughts. So, does OCD cause fear, or does fear cause OCD, and is OCD based on fear? I am not ready to discuss political situation in Russia. By now, you may have already seen the term fear of going to jail OCD floating around. Terrorism is rational. The speech rehearsal thing I relate to so much! At the end of the summer I was told they had to let someone go and I was the newest so I lost another job. I have run Fast forward about a year I was living with my girlfriend in her house and we just bought a dog and I had a decent job working at an asphalt plant making better money and not killing myself everyday, things were okay. 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. But 4 steps idea make a lot of sense to me. So, make sure to stick around till the end. I keep reviewing my memory to check if I had any clear and unmistakable intention to threaten/cause harm to my classmate. If you afraid of cancer, you can visit doctor and search for cancer. But resisting the experience might only make it worse. They need to accept their fear is out of proportion to reality and stop seeking reassurance. But what it does take is effort every single day and pushing into your fears. I visited Youtube channel that often criticises Kremlin. And Im willing to curb it. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, https://www.reddit.com/r/OCD/comments/q4zeo1/please_read_this_before_posting_about_feeling/. WebHow rational is this fear/am I going to jail. do you have any personal experience with the cases when OCD is a symptom? Though doctors and dentists are the most common objects of medical-related fear. This particular therapy option seems to be effective for 70% of the cases of OCD and complex PTSD. Intrusive thoughts of OCD do not have a concrete base, yet people apologize for them anyway. 2019 - 2022 wholesomealive.com. Better to not want to kill or maim, but sometimes not acting on thoughts is the best we can shoot for. Claustrophobia: Fear of enclosed spaces. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns. And I feel like I am sort of depressed, though my psychiatrist doesn`t see any signs of depression. What about anty-anxiety meds? Yes you are definitely not alone. Basically, I am scared that I have done something that will land me in prison. I also feel a lot of guilt over things I may have done. But perhaps the worst part of OCD is this feeling of total powerlessness to exert any control over them. Our mission is to provide easy to read and in-depth medical information. Instead go to the things you fear. But you have to take a leap of faith and stop looking for any kind of reassurance for a while to get there. I can`t totally discard probabilty of secret services knocking my door tomorrow. Is the fear of going to jail the worst possible outcome to this event? These fears could be about anything. Begging for help. Jail would definitely be the worst outcome for me, You need to be a member in order to leave a comment. Always on the run from the police and whatnot. I catch myself assuming its gonna happen and that scares me even more. Ive switched the doses and Im down to 50mg every other day and I still have crazy fatigue. I have never related to a comment more. I immediately assume that I've done something wrong and that they're going to haul me off to jail or kill me. It appears you have not yet Signed Up with our community. First of all, I have real event ocd, so I get it. Just learn from it to become a better person and employee. It is around constantly. By then you will understand how compulsions maintain OCD and be equiped to manage the thoughts without anxiety. I wrote a more detailed response to OP on this same thread and I'd recommend giving it a once over. I often worry I've run someone over in my car, I sometimes have to make myself not go back and check. Your worries could stem from an external cause that is registered subconsciously in your brain. I worked out, ate healthy and tried to keep a positive attitude but my job was ruining my life. The obsessions and compulsions that characterize OCD can center around different themes. 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