A technique called cognitive shuffling may help settle intrusive thoughts and ease the brain into sleep, according to sleep ...

Ever imagined yourself doing something pretty distasteful, like that time someone cut you off on the highway and you had visions of running them off the road? Or perhaps your brain prefers to torment ...

The exact reason why we experience intrusive thoughts isn't fully understood. These unwanted, disturbing thoughts are called intrusive thoughts, and they can be very unsettling. But here's the thing, ...

Too often, people say they “let their intrusive thoughts win” after spontaneously dyeing their hair or making a late-night purchase. There's a difference between impulsive vs. intrusive thoughts, ...

Imagine you are attending a friend’s housewarming party, and—in front of everyone—you spill a glass of red wine on their brand-new white couch. You are so mortified that every time you see this friend ...

Disclaimer: This article contains discussions of sensitive topics, including suicide, suicidal thoughts, and self-harm. The content may be triggering or distressing for some readers. Reader discretion ...

The term “intrusive thoughts” has become common parlance from mental health creators on social media such as TikTok, and people have resonated with it. In psychiatry, we don’t usually talk about ...