Have you ever had an unpleasant thought or image that seems to pop into your head out of nowhere? These unwanted mental visitors, also known as intrusive thoughts, can be disturbing, distressing ...

Have you ever had a disturbing thought pop up into your head? Thoughts that are distressing, repetitive and unwanted are ...

After giving birth to her second child, NPR's LA Johnson struggled with scary thoughts that didn't seem to go away. She ...

People daydream all the time, but when the thoughts turn negative, they can feel alarmingly real. The result of these intrusive thoughts can leave you feeling scared and anxious.

Intrusive thoughts can feel overwhelming. They can cause a lot of obsessing, a lot of distress, and a lot of trying to control things around you. These thoughts can be about anything and pop up at ...

Intrusive thoughts are distressing and often shameful. Experts explain how to cut them off once and for all so you can free your mind.

After giving birth to her second child, NPR's LA Johnson struggled with scary thoughts that didn't seem to go away. She illustrates her experience in a comic, along with tips on how to cope.

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 ...

Discover how disrupted sleep impairs the brain’s ability to manage intrusive thoughts, linking sleep quality to mental health and resilience.

Are bad thoughts barring you from sweet dreams? California ER doctor Dr. Joe Whittington has shared a simple hack for falling asleep when intrusive thoughts are intent on keeping you awake.

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 and intrusive ...