A member asked:

Why do i have racing thoughts? it gets worse when i'm stressed. it makes it hard to study or fall asleep. the thoughts are unwanted and of an obscene nature (bad words, thoughts, images).

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Get it checked out.: These could be obsessions and you could be anxious. Recommend considering a comprehensive evaluation by a doctoral level clinical psychologist or a psychiatrist for more definitive answer.

Answered 1/12/2013

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Dr. Richard Levenson answered

Specializes in Anxiety Disorders

Racing Thoughts: Thoughts that are intrusive certainly can be disturbing to you, and cause breaks in your attention and concentration. Why not have a consultation with your physician and ask for a recommendation for a psychiatrist who can better help treat your stress as well as your obsessive thoughts?

Answered 2/26/2013

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Dr. John Moranville answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Many possibilities: Racing thoughts can be a symptom of many psychiatric syndromes. I suggest a psychiatric evaluation.

Answered 1/12/2013

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