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Overthinking; Psychological issue
My dad age is 70
Since last 15 days , he is facing overthinking and more observation related issues
He is taking pictures of a surroundings
Recently He said to me, so he is overthinking thinking if he is looking at something is observing it more, what it is, what that can be kind of thing and taking that picture
So to control himself, he is not looking anything. Just he is closing guys, he is controlling himself
He is fear of looking at something if he see something he’s thinking about that too much and he’s taking photographs of the objects
For example, just now, we visited one hospital, which is going so many years and familiar to him, even though he took the main gate of the hospital
And he’s taking pictures of me and his daughter.
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Please visit a psychiatrist near you in person
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Get him checked with a psychiatrist. Many issues are treatable
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Thank you for sharing this, Juhi. Based on your description, it sounds like your father is experiencing intrusive thoughts, hyper-observation, and compulsive behaviors like photographing things to possibly create a sense of control or reassurance. This could be linked to obsessive-compulsive tendencies, anxiety, or early signs of a neurocognitive disorder—especially considering his age. The fear of observing or looking at things because it leads to overthinking suggests that he’s trying to reduce internal distress through avoidance, which might worsen his anxiety over time. Closing his eyes or avoiding eye contact with objects shows an attempt to escape from overwhelming thoughts, which is a safety behavior.
From a clinical standpoint, this needs proper evaluation. A neuropsychological assessment could help identify whether there are cognitive changes happening (like Mild Cognitive Impairment or early dementia). At the same time, a psychiatrist’s review is crucial to rule out late-onset OCD, delusional disorder, or anxiety disorders. CBT can help in addressing compulsive thought loops, but pharmacological support may also be needed if symptoms are distressing or impairing daily functioning. Be gentle with him, and validate his fears while slowly encouraging structured routines and reducing his avoidant behaviors.
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Hi.. any new psychiatric symptoms in elderly could be due to organic problems like dementia etc. However will need further history regarding the same to advise appropriately like any physical illnesses etc.
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consult online for further evaluation and management
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Ms. Rupali Mohbe
Clinical Psychologist
25 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Hi, I appreciate that you reached out with your concern.
I understand your concern about your father’s recent behavior. Based on what you shared, he is showing increased overthinking, excessive observation, fear of looking at things, and compulsive photography could be linked to anxiety, obsessive-compulsive tendencies, or cognitive changes associated with aging.
I recommend to seek help from therapist and do Psychometric testing to determine the exact cause. Tailored strategies to his specific needs with professional psychologist will help with his behavior.
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You can book an appointment with Rupali Mohbe/BIRDY ME at Practo
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Dr. L C Sunda
Psychiatrist
42 yrs exp
Delhi
At this age , Psychiatric symptoms can appear with or without other medical conditions.
Even some of the medications can cause some symptoms.
Details about the history of medical or other conditions is not clear from your description.
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As such, it is also important to do MSE of the patient.
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Take the “face to face” consultation from a mental health professional to make a diagnosis and its management accordingly.
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Dr. Mayuri Mohanty
Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Thane
It sounds like your dad is going through a difficult time with overthinking and heightened awareness of his surroundings. Sometimes, when these patterns become overwhelming, professional guidance can really help bring clarity and relief. A psychiatrist can assess his concerns and suggest ways to manage them effectively. If you'd like, we can arrange a consultation—either online or in person—to better understand his situation and explore ways to help him feel more at ease.
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