Unwanted thoughts are intrusive and distressing cognitive experiences that a person finds disturbing or uncomfortable. These thoughts are typically involuntary and often persist despite efforts to suppress or control them.
A mental disorder characterized by unwanted and repetitive thoughts (obsessions) that lead to compulsive behaviors as a way of reducing anxiety caused by the obsessions.
Persistent and repetitive thinking about negative experiences, emotions, or problems without finding solutions. It is often associated with depression and can lead to increased feelings of sadness or hopelessness.