[verticalist]

Hi, I'm new in the forums. I have a problem with constant music in my head. It seems to be my inner voice replaying songs on an on (normally songs heard recently, but sometimes old songs start playing randomly). I'm 20 now, but it started about three years ago. I think it could be anxiety, but i've done some research on this topic and I don't have most symptoms. I've even visited a pyschiatrist, which prescribed my SSRIS although he wasn't sure whether I had OCD, anxiety or none. I'm on my second year at university and focusing while studying is getting harder. I can't even stop singing at my tests so I'm failling miserably. That is what really terrifies me. Do you know what could it be? There are so many possible causes that i feel lost right now. I hope you can help me find the root of the problems so I can carry on with my life.

[Travelinglady]

Hi, verticalist, and welcome to Psych Central! I think all of us get a song stuck in our heads occasionally, but your problem seems to be beyond that. I'm like your doctor. I'm not sure what it could be. But regardless of the diagnosis, you need it to stop. I suggest you go to another psychiatrist and begin again, since things are getting worse and affecting your school work.

[BlackSheep79]

I have had this for years. The song plays over and over again. I suffer from OCD, so maybe you should talk to your pdoc.

[FutureLib]

Wow! Thanks for sharing your unique experience. I have the exact same thing. It correlates to my anxiety. So when I am stressed and anxious, I "have it on repeat". I think it's some sort of coping mechanism. Not sure if this would help, but you could try translating the repetitive music into a less obstructive repetitive motion such as playing a musical instrument or knitting. I have learned to be able to work around the music, so I do not mind it so much...and like I said it's only really bad when my anxiety is flare up.

Originally Posted by verticalist

Hi, I'm new in the forums. I have a problem with constant music in my head. It seems to be my inner voice replaying songs on an on (normally songs heard recently, but sometimes old songs start playing randomly). I'm 20 now, but it started about three years ago. I think it could be anxiety, but i've done some research on this topic and I don't have most symptoms. I've even visited a pyschiatrist, which prescribed my SSRIS although he wasn't sure whether I had OCD, anxiety or none. I'm on my second year at university and focusing while studying is getting harder. I can't even stop singing at my tests so I'm failling miserably. That is what really terrifies me. Do you know what could it be? There are so many possible causes that i feel lost right now. I hope you can help me find the root of the problems so I can carry on with my life.