Is overthinking a mental disorder?
CaringJoy
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Feb 6, 2016
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Yes, if it becomes uncontrollable and overwhelming to the point we can't voluntarily stop it from happening.
nehnehteeheeMax
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Feb 11, 2016
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yes, i think it is. Overthinking is about creating problem that doesn't exist in mind, plus it really effects people's mood, feeling and behavior. And it is the main cause that leads to depression.
WiselyBlue
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Feb 12, 2016
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It's something that bothers you in your everyday life but it's something you can change! By working on it. Finding the isue and train yourself to be more concentrated. Begin by not asking yourself too much question and focus on things you do. We all tend to be daydreamers, learn to live with this part of your personnality and teach yourself the limits. It's going to be livable :)
charmingsmiles
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Feb 13, 2016
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Nope! Although it may be the result of anxiety, depression, or OCD, overthinking alone is not a mental disorder.
Anonymous
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Feb 18, 2016
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No, although it could be caused by anxiety or stress. Overthinking is usually due to a fear or need to meet an expectation.
JordanPeraltaa
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Feb 19, 2016
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Overthinking or over-analysing can be a sign of Anxiety or Social Anxiety. It will help to contact your GP or a listener on 7cups for more information
HarleenQuinnzel
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Feb 19, 2016
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It can be if it inhabits your ability to function or causes great distress. If you're having trouble turning it off it may be something that needs therapy.
Anonymous
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Feb 19, 2016
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Not technically, but it could lead to other things like anxiety, depression, or OCD. It is important that you work your way through your mental health now to prevent any future mental illnesses that may be more difficult to handle.
Anonymous
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Feb 21, 2016
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No, definitely not! You are overthinking things probably because you are stressed, try to be calm and don't think too much!
Honestdream
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Feb 21, 2016
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I believe overthinking could be deemed upon becoming a mental disorder yes. As over thinking a situation can be irrational, leading to irrational thoughts and this tends to involve anxiety, possibly OCD if the thoughts are unwanted, invading and intrusive.
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