Intrusive Thoughts: Understanding and Overcoming Them

Do you ever have intrusive thoughts? Although intrusive thoughts are very common and in most cases not anything to be worried about, sometimes they can start to impact our lives negatively. This is typically if we worry about them, try to find meaning in them or place too much value on them. Intrusive thoughts are just thoughts and realizing that is one of the main keys to reducing the impact they have on us.

In this video we look at the different types of intrusive thoughts, what we can do to reduce the impact of them ourselves and when we should look at seeking out professional help.

Video chapters:
00:00 – Intrusive thoughts are very common
01:37 – Different types of intrusive thoughts
03:03 – The paradox of intrusive thoughts
04:11 – Damaging myth about intrusive thoughts
04:56 – Causes of intrusive thoughts
06:02 – Tips for reducing the impact of intrusive thoughts
07:23 – Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for relieving the impact of intrusive thoughts

This video is not intended to replace therapy or professional help.

About me:
I’m Camilla. I’m an authorized psychologist based in Denmark. For the past 5 years, I have been working with both individuals and workplaces to improve mental well-being. I have an eclectic and systemic approach to therapy and psychology, and I draw on a wide range of theories and methods to ensure the best understanding and treatment for each topic or individual.

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