Woman with Good Life Experiences Intrusive Thoughts of Doom
- A 42-year-old woman with a good job, loving boyfriend, and family seeks advice from Dear Abby.
- She has struggled with low self-esteem in the past but feels more open and confident now.
- Despite her positive life circumstances, she experiences intrusive thoughts of catastrophe.
- She is hesitant to discuss these thoughts with others or seek professional help.
- The woman's concerns center on her fear that her seemingly perfect life may suddenly collapse.
Articles (5)
Chicago Sun-Times·
Dear Abby: Woman with great life dreams of doom
cleveland.com·
Dear Abby: Why do I keep hoping for a catastrophe when my life is good?
The Oregonian·
Dear Abby: I'm afraid to tell anyone I fantasize about getting into accidents
The Star-Ledger (NJ.com)·
Dear Abby: My intrusive thoughts are frightening, but so is seeing a mental health professional
New York Post·
Dear Abby: My life is great, but my self-esteem struggles has me wondering if it’ll all go crashing down