Accelerated thinking syndrome is associated with anxiety. The incessant flow of thoughts prevents the person from relaxing and affects concentration
Have you ever felt that your mind can’t stop thinking, even when you’re ready to go to sleep, lying in bed with your cell phone off? It sounds surreal, but Accelerated Thinking Syndrome (PAS) is known for just that incessant and exhausting stream of new thoughtswhich hinder the ability to concentrate, increase irritability and cause fatigue.
While there is no cure for this symptom, please note that we do not use the word disease here, associated with anxiety or other disorders, several strategies can control the rhythm of a person’s thoughts, including lifestyle changes and follow-up with health care professionals.
“Caring for the mind and body is essential, as is controlling access to technology and information,” explains Cristiane Duez Verzaro dos Santos, a psychologist at the Center for Psychological and Psychopedagogical Support (NAPP) at the Faculdade Santa Marcelina.
What is it like to live with accelerated thinking syndrome?
For the psychologist Santos, the syndrome is linked to life in large capitals or even with those dependent on social networks. At this point he explains that “the dizzying pace of large centers ends up producing an excessive amount of information, producing an overthinking, agitated, impatient mind, with difficulties in the creative field and a low level of tolerance”.
Most common symptoms of constant flow of thoughts
In general, people who have accelerated thinking usually report and suffer from:
- excessive worry;
- Emotional instability;
- Restlessness;
- Frustration intolerance;
- Concentration deficit;
- excessive tiredness;
- Fatigue upon waking;
- Physical pain, including headache and/or muscle pain;
- Suffering from anticipation;
- Memory disturbances.
Risk factors for the condition
“The PAS originates in the moment of life in which the individual is inserted. It occurs in adult life as a result of social situations to which the individual is exposed,” says the mental health specialist. It can affect any individual, the risk is greatest in people with the following disorders or consequences of harmful habits:
- Anxiety;
- Bipolarity;
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD);
- Confine;
- Use of drugs that stimulate the brain, such as cocaine.
After all, is it possible to control the rhythm of thoughts?
First of all, it is necessary to explain that when we talk about accelerated thinking, it is not about healing, but rather about mental control and habits that help the individual to have autonomy over himself. In this context, the first step is to adopt lifestyle changes.
“Physical exercises are very effective in treatment, as they serve as a moment of relaxation,” guides Santos. Among the modalities, the person can opt for walking, yoga, jogging or even group sports, as long as they can focus on the present moment.
When thinking about routine, it is interesting to break down tasks into steps that can be completed during the work period. Another idea is to have a daily schedule, where you determine what the priorities of the day are and focus solely on them. In between activities, taking breaks is important, even if it means looking out the window or soaking up some sun.
“Reducing access to social networks is great for combating a busy mind, as it also reduces exposure to information,” reinforces the psychologist. Stimulating the reading habit is also beneficial, even if the person has initial concentration difficulties.
Follow-up with psychologists and psychiatrists can help
In parallel with these changes, psychological follow-up is essential. With the help of the therapist, the person with accelerated thinking will work through all of this anxiety, trying to figure out that there is no way to fix all the problems.
When the case is more complex, the search for a psychiatrist may be necessary. “Psychiatric follow-up will help in the identification and indication of anti-anxiety and antidepressant medications. Anxiolytic medications will help the patient with the reduction of anxiety and tension, while antidepressant medications will be able to rebalance mood,” she concludes.
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