I was in normal anxiety since 2007 had medicine too showed myself in Lilavati hospital had a lot of negative thoughts now I'm normal but sometimes still negative thoughts haunts me whenever I'm in the loo I think snake might come please help.

Ms. Sunita PandayPsychologist10yrs exp

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Hi, I can understand your feelings. Having negative thoughts sometimes is normal but if it derails you from leading normal life then it's a matter of concern. And you are not alone in this situation. Many people have this kind of anxiety. It seems you get anxious when you are in a closed place or when you are alone. Give yourself auto suggestion there that this thought of snake is baseless and not worthy of your attention. You can smile at this thought and shrug it off. Practice relaxation techniques like slow and deep breathing exercise. You can put earphones or speakers on and listen your favorite music when you are in the loo. For further help you may contact me here on Lybrate.  

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