So, I keep having conversations in my head with real people that I do and don't know. I'm not sure if it's a coping mechanism for my anxiety, depression, and PTSD. For example, I can imagine being married to someone and having kids. Then I'll have conversations with them about almost anything. Sometimes, I'll cook dinner or something and imagine that I'm not alone and that someone is "praising" my work. Other times I imagine that I'm in an abusive relationship (I was rape as a kid) and I'm trying to get away.

It started when I was in school whenever I was nervous about a big test or something. I would imagine I had someone with me helping me get through my class work, homework, or studying.

It always happens when I'm alone and last all day long or until I'm distracted by something. I've tried to stop but I can't. It's getting out of control and I'm scared. I'm not sure if I should talk to a doctor about it or what it could be. Any suggestions?