What words or phrases do you repeat repeatedly?

  • O Galdo
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    62 months ago

    I repeat a word and a phrase, but without oralizing them. I think them to myself repeatedly, especially in the mornings, when I get up, when I go to breakfast, and when I am nervous.

    Would that be echolalia too?

    • I'm back on my BS 🤪OPM
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      32 months ago

      Not sure, but if you’re controlling yourself to prevent it, then maybe? It sounds like the overall phenomena is fundamentally related to obsessive thought patterns.

    • @Chubberknuckles@lemmy.world
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      116 days ago

      I similarly have a collection of numbers and phrases that I will repeat, generally in moments of stress or to ward off intrusive thoughts. I can perform these inwardly as well, though I prefer to oralize if the situation allows.

      I think palilalia may fit better.