intrusive thoughts and Panic attacks

[Adamsky]

Hi Guys,
I have intrusive thoughts that seem to play over and over again. The thought creates so much anxiety that I have panic attacks. This has left me seriously fed up and depressed. The thought is "what if my tattoo sleeve is cursed"? or "your tattoo is cursed". This has been going on for 3 months or so since I smoked some marijuana one night. I cant shake the thoughts! I have been put on Zyprexa and Pristiq recently. Can anyone offer me any advice on how to deal with these thoughts?  Thank you!

[michigan07]

I agree with pinkfloyd. Talk with a therapist to help learn techniques that will help break this cycle of thoughts.  Also, keep yourself occupied as well. In addition,
take a moment to try to rationalize your thought process and think about whether this thought makes any sense. Try to replace this thought that comes in your mind with something you enjoy every time it occurs.

[ThePinkFloyd]

Maby you can seek onother aproach than medication.I have been having psychological help with talking sessions and it have helped me a great deal with my anxiety problem!