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I zone out and the drift to thoughts about death no matter what im doing. then i relize it & snap back to reality. should i be worried? happens alot.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Not to worry: Worry doesn't help but getting to the root of why your thoughts drift to death can, e.g., loss of a loved one, fear of death, lack of control, etc. A clinical psychologist can help. Check w/your doc to rule out physical causes.

Answered 3/8/2014

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A member asked:

I zone out and the drift to thoughts about death no matter what im doing. then i relize it & snap back to reality. should i be worried? happens alot.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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