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Q: Insomnia and low energy - depressive
asked by: DoctorQuestion on June 30th, 2009
Hi i am having a bit of a problem that has been going on for about a year now.. i was with my girlfriend who i was very in love with but having extreme stress with it cause she didnt feel the same and was causing problem and also lots of stress at work which eventually caused me to lose my job and her. i all of the sudden one day felt like i had snapped and i was having uncontrollable anger, insomnia, lack of appetite, normal type sex drive but erectile dysfunction. everything seems to have come to a steady stop and i am kinda back to normal but i have remaining symptoms that include the following:

Insomnia or extreme trouble getting to sleep/very light sleeper
Very Low Energy
Very Low Sex Drive
Harsh lack of appetite ranging from 1 small meal a day to nothing
Bad Anxiety/Paranoia
Sometimes feeling as if i want to Vomit
Extremely Short Temper
Depressive/when not symptoms still present

When all of this occurs i suddenly get a burning sensation in my head with a headache and pressure.


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Dr. Karen Stewart , Psy. D
replied on July 3rd, 2009
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From what you are describing, it is likely that you suffer with anxiety, that is causing you to have panic attacks. Panic attacks occur when you have an extreme amount of stress, they can be instant or something that has built up, leading to a feeling of "snapping" that often causes the person to experience the symptoms you are experiencing. In addition to what you have reported, did you experience a shortness of breathe, racing heart beat or sweating? Panic attacks/anxiety could be the explanation for the headaches and pressure.

Another explanation (which could be an additional explanation) is that you might be suffering from depression. The low energy and sex drive, short temper, low appetite, and insomia are very common symptoms of Major Depressive Disorder. It would be recommnended that you see a Psychologist or other mental health worker to discuss your issues and what you have experienced in the past. From what you have described, you have experienced a lot of loss in a short period of time and are probably struggling with the changes in your life. You might also consider getting a medication evaluation with a Psychiatrist so they may be able to assist you with some of the symptoms you described.




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danielv
replied on July 3rd, 2009
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It hurts when love is not reciprocated. In fact if it doesn't hurt then its probably not love.

The paradox is that no matter how much someone may hurt us, we may continue to love them for a long time - perhaps forever.

Nevertheless, it's important that you find some balance in your life - one that allows you to accept her feelings for you, whatever they may be.

Perhaps what you see in her goes much deeper, beyond your relationship with her....

This sounds like a blessing to me, not a curse. Aside from depression, these sort of situations can also be incredibly inspiring - allowing us to grow way beyond our limitations.
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DoctorQuestion
replied on July 3rd, 2009
Ok ya i figured it might have been depression but its been going on so long i started worrying and getting anxiety thinking it was something more serious like a tumor or a disease and just worried myself to death. However i have been smoking a little bit of marijuana here and there and it has seemed to improve my mood dramatically the very next day i woke up with a smile on my face which was very odd and from what i have read marijuana in low doses is a extremely potent anti depressant.
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DoctorQuestion
replied on July 3rd, 2009
Hi Danielv,

You are very right about what you said, what i do see in her goes far beyond a relationship i dont even know how to explain what i felt around her. to me i think love is a small word for how i felt. i felt ver close and connected to her then anybody i have ever met so far in my life. it sucks that i very rarely talk to her anymore cause she doesnt want to talk to me either and is currently with someone else which is hurting more
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nayshun
replied on July 20th, 2009
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This is simple and treatable. Forget the anti depressants and such. Request blood work from your doctor to check your hormones and testosterone levels. If you are not in the range of 700 to 800 then you sir need TESTOSTERONE. Once you have the proper levels then you will feel better. Do your research on Low testosterone and you will see that it emotionaly and phsyically destroys you as a man and as a person. Your doctor will tell you that your levels are normal. That is not right. You need to do your own research and use the Internet as a tool. Anti depressants are just bandaids.. Testosterone is the cure. I promise you will feel like a real MAN once u have your levels up. And many doctors will not do this. beware. doctors can not make money if they cure or resolve their patients issues. Smile
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Kprime
replied on July 29th, 2009
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In the past, I have found hypnosis to be of tremendous help with my mood swings, panic attacks, insomnia and severe stress. I hate taking medication and subjecting my body to chemicals so I seek alternative medical help first. If it doesn't work, that's the time I go see my doctor. Luckily for me, after several sessions, my mood was improving, my episodes of insomnia became less and less and I started feeling good about myself again. After all, at the end of the day, most doctors will just tell me I am stressed or it's all psychosomatic. Smile You might wanna try hypnosis too.
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