Is it normal to always imagine the worst possible outcome?

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Okay I have this problem where if my friend is really sick I always imagine them dying and I get reall scared. Like if I'm going to be in a fight I always imagine myself losing and getting my ass kicked even if I know I can win. If my girlfriend doesn't call back I always worry she may be cheating on me. It is a horrible feeling, it's like I'm about to throw up. Is this normal?

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  • piman
    12 years ago

    I do this too. I try to set it up so that if worst comes to worst I have a plan of action.

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  • cathy22
    12 years ago

    depends on a person's situation, sometimes it's smart to contemplate trouble, and if it doesn't happen, it's good.

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  • hotchickie81
    13 years ago

    I do this too, and it's really annoying!

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  • mtnw
    13 years ago

    some peoples brains are hard wired to think that way.

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  • ticklemypickles
    13 years ago

    I do that all the time. You're not alone.

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  • nike
    13 years ago

    I kind of do in a way. If theres a choice that must be made I'll sometimes think of the worst case scenario and if the consequence seems worth it I'll do it.

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  • mysti446
    13 years ago

    I do the same thing.. Has to do with anxiety, gets somewhat better at times, but never goes away totally

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  • rodmart
    13 years ago

    I do the same mate.. And its pathetic! We need to change.. Is exhausting

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