I think I have a depression issue. or
something. I'm stressing out and getting
mad about things out of my control, I've
come home crying for no reason what so
ever. Everything, even things that made
me happy, just make me feel upset. I
wasn't like this until about a few months
ago.. and it's just increasingly become
worse. That's why I'm wondering if it's
SAD. I had basically the same thing
happen to me last winter. I don't think I
would cry so much though. But I was still
upset and felt worthless.
I mean, sometimes I feel alright.
Sometimes I am laughing and happy, but
it's still not as much as I'm upset.
Then again, I'm also curious... my
boyfriend and I have been having sex a lot
more than I am used to. Could that make
my hormones freak out and cause my psycho
mood swings?
Should I just wait it out, or would
talking to my mom about going to the
doctor be beneficial?
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marvel
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Posted: 01-29-08 13:57pm
I don't know if frequent sex can have that
sort of effect. I have SAD, and 'tis the
season!
If you are feeling irrationally sad or
panicked, there's a good chance that the
weather could be having an effect on you,
especially if you live in colder areas
that get less intense sunlight. If you're
apprehensive about talking to a doctor,
try going tanning. You don't even have to
do it to get a tan, but the light has a
great effect on mood. If it persists, it's
probably a good idea to talk to your
doctor. He or she can line you up with a
therapist, medical treatment or other
options like homeopathic remedies or a
light that you can buy which has had many
positive results.
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mominashoe
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Posted: 01-29-08 14:43pm
He's right...this time of year is a real
bummer on your emotions. The best thing
to do is get out and take a walk in the
sun, even if it is cold. Your body gets
tired of being inside all the time,
breathing stale air, and not being in the
sun. Sunlight increases melatonin in our
brains naturally which help with mood.
You can invest in a special lamp which
gives the same therapeutic benefits as
natural sunlight, but they are pricey. It
might be worth it to you tho more than
just going on some sort of medication.
I don't think sex should have adverse
effects on you either, unless there is
something deeper wrong with your
relationship. Sex naturally gets our
blood moving, endorphins (the happy
hormones) flowing, and is a great tension
reliever.
