Constantly Thinking Disorder: is it a real thing?

This is considered a symptom of a larger mental health condition such as anxiety. It is called Rumination whereby an individual thinks obsessively over one particular issue.

We think every second of the day we're awake. How would it be considered a disorder? Over-thinking things may be a sign of some other psychological problems, but isn't 'constantly thinking'.

It's not an official disorder and you will not be able to find it in the DSM or in another manual that diagnoses disorders. But constant thinking could possibly be a consequence of another underlying disorder which leads to excessive thinking. Think about disorders like ADD (a lack of the ability to focus + an overactive mind), general anxiety (eccessively worrying about things till the point that it becomes dysfunctional in your daily life) etc. But hey, it does not have neccessarily be a disorder. Most people seem to live in the now and are fine with that. When you have thoughts constantly running through your head you might think that you have a disorder because you seem so different from the people around you. But it could as well be that your mind is just really well suited for science/philosophy/art etc. So you might even be proud of it!

While Constantly thinking disorder is not real, there are very many disorders characterized by Over-thinking, including many anxiety disorders. Remember, overthinking is normal sometimes, but when it starts to affect your daily life and you can't function normally, that is when it becomes a problem.

I think it falls under general anxiety disorder if I remember correctly; where a person excessively thinks about everything basically, worrying themselves to much. I, myself, suffer with this to some degree. Thinking if I studied enough for an exam, was polite enough to the person I passed earlier today, seemingly basic stuff that most people won't really obsess over. So, yes, it a real thing. Doesn't go by that name to my knowledge but it's something that people can suffer with.

humans are always constantly thinking. It's not necessarily a disorder just because some people have thoughts overflowing in their brain constantly. In my experience there are times when my mind is racing, and times when I cannot muster a thought at all.

I haven't heard about it as a mental illness, but it can be real though. Maybe it is just a part of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder or just overthinking in general.

This is a very real thing. I myself dealt with this when I was around 13, and it consumed me every night as I lay in bed thinking again and again about how I could have done things differently during the day. I feel like people should be more aware that people struggle with this form of anxiety, and that everyone can accept those who face Constantly Thinking Disorder.

I think it is. I also think that it is linked with anxiety related disorders. Because when you have anxiety you can't stop thinking about anything even the small ones like if you locked the door before leaving or if you had said the right thing to a particular person that had happened months ago. Anxiety makes you worry and worry makes you think constantly

I wouldn't say this is a disorder, because your always thinking, somtimes I have conversations with myself in my head, I have this whole character maid up! It's not a disorder though it's very much normal.

Too much thinking happens when you are rarely in the flow. The flow is described as a state in which people are so involved in an activity that nothing else seems to matter.

Constantly thinking disorder? Not quite - but overthinking (constant thinking) is a big part of anxiety, and when anxiety starts to impact your life and be too overwhelming - then it can turn into a disorder. This in the DSM is known as GAD; or Generalised Anxiety Disorder.

Absolutely! I am always thinking, CONSTANTLY. I feel like my brain never slows down, and never just shuts up!

It sounds like you are describing generalized anxiety disorder, OCD, or possibly another kind of anxiety disorder. Anxiety disorders (particularly OCD) may cause racing/unwanted thoughts and mental images. If you are experiencing this and feel as though it is negatively affecting your life, consider speaking to a therapist or doctor.

An obsession with thoughts is crippling. But like anything, it's where and how we direct these things that makes all the difference. We choose to view these attributes as something that separates us from everybody. However what if that could be changed? What if we saw our 'disorder' as a gift. Something that allows us to see the beauty in thought. Unlock the wisdom of self-criticism. To gain hope from your gift. Don't think about this as a 'disorder' because I have never seen a person truly worthy of admiration ever be in societies order.

Constantly Thinking Disorder is a real thing and I have this and what my neurologist said to do was talk to my pysc MD for meds since she can't give them to me.

It's normal for people with disorders such as ADHD, ODD.etc to think a lot. It doesn't exist though. And is just a symptom of some various disorders.

In my own opinion I do believe that constantly thinking disorder Israel simply because there are issues that we find very very hard to overcome ourselves simply because there is no help available for us to overcome these obstacles and move on with a fresher newer things in life

I think that the brain can't go without thinking. So I don't think it's a disorder, just that some have heavier thoughts on their minds

I've never heard of it before.. But I would believe it exists. Some people just can't switch their brain off from over-thinking, I'm not sure if "over-thinking" and "constantly thinking" are the same thing though.

overthinking maybe related to ocd or anxiety so i think its just a symptom im not sure actually if it can exist without being related to a known disorder

Constantly over thinking is a nightmare. Life is so restricted as everything that is done is internally questioned and doubted. It is a living hell. Everything I have ever said or done I question as to if I was right or wrong. The past can’t be changed only accepted as I have to forge on.

I don't think so, because during my research of disorders, I have never heard of that one. I can't say that I am a professional, but I do have a passion for learning about disorders. If you do think a lot, which often leads to overthinking a lot, you might have Generalised Anxiety Disorder(GAD). I do recommend that you read on that and try to see if your symptoms are the same as the ones that they mention. If you want your diagnosis to be more accurate, try speaking to a psychologist about this and maybe they'll be able to help you :)

I believe it is a real thing but it is up to who you ask. The mind can wander off and start thinking about things when you are trying to relax and it can be disturbing.

I don't believe so. Its normal to have many thoughts cross our minds, how you choose to perceive those thoughts is what is important, as that creates an emotional response to the cognition.

It most definitely is real. My mind is never quiet it’s like it’s always fighting with me. It’s painful, physically and mental.

This what I call an overactive/racing mind. I suffer from this. I believe it to be a real thing. I don't know how they would classify it, but to me it seems like a form of ADHD or something along those lines. Maybe anxiety perhaps

I think it's a normal human state to constantly be thinking. But there is a difference between constantly thinking and constantly worrying. If you find yourself constantly worrying, you might have an anxiety disorder.

For something to be considered a disorder it has to negatively affect your ability to function and perform activities of daily living. I do believe that people can think so much that they literally cannot do anything else. Although it could stem from another mental illness such as anxiety, it does seem like it could be a legitimate disorder.

I've expereinced overthinking as well and it wasnt easy. I had troubles sleeping at night and it affected my personal relationship with others.