when depression turns to anger...?

Question

i seem to have changed somehow,
My depression has vanished and has been replaced with a pure hatred and anger or everything and everyone im close to, my partner and daughter especially.
there is no "red cloud" etc.. just pure hatred and annoyance
whats wrong with me???
im scared

Answer 1

two kinds of depression basically, in very simple terms there is serotonin deficiency which causes depression where there is still a lot of energy and activity and noradrenaline deficiency type, which is where you want to sleep a lot more and experience profound lethargy. Serotonin deficient depression responds well to St Johns Wort, also known botanically as Hypericum perforatum. It has FAR fewer side effects than any of the meds available from your dr, and it is far less likely to cause problems with withdrawal. It may make you feel more angry initially, but Prozac does this even in cases where anger was not a predominant feature. Not useful if you have a liver condition. Please research this.
Other ways...have you been bereaved recently? This may be a manifestation of that process, horrible but not long term.
Cognitive behaviour therapy works well for the majority of users. Its based on find the sources of troughs in your moods.
Best thing to do, though, and it has worked with a lot of people I know, is to just go away for a while. Depression can be protracted if you are burdened with a whole heap of responsibilities that you neither want nor find joy in.
If it was a physically visible thing like a broken leg and you were in traction for a month, well that would be the same really. You'd need to be away for that. You NEED space for this too.
But whatever else you do, find someone to talk it out with. And get the pillow and punch the crap out it. May seem a bit sad but it will help a lot of your rage to get out and you'll be knackered afterwards!

The other thought that struck me was, you aren't pregnant are you? Testosterone levels can soar in early pregnancy (before you know you are) and that can do this.

Good luck, hope you find peace, it is possible. It just takes a bit of effort.

Answer 2

You have every right to be scared. Do you have a trusted doctor? Are you on any meds? Do you see a therapist? Depression is a very real disease. There are psychiatrists who would place a person on 4 or 5 different medications; I call these psychiatrists, "quacks", never really getting to the heart of the matter. There are doctors, who do the same. There are therapists, who are there for the $$$$ and just get bored with what a client is trying to say. Choose your doctor's carefully, as well as your therapist. It is a difficult world to be in, trying to handle depression and trying to find someone who understands and will help when the depression leaves and the anger and hatred appears.. I realize that help is indeed out there, contact a National depression society, for trusted information. A friend was severely depressed and was placed on an "out-patient" 3 to 4 weeks, "group therapy", it cost his/her insurance over $15,000.00, this did nothing to help my friend. Basically, each client would fill out a daily sheet of describing their "feelings", they would play games and watch videos. He/She has now found a wonderful doctor and therapist, but it has been a long, long road and nearly destroyed him/herself and her family. Run, don't walk on trying to find help, anger and hatred can destroy. Hopefully, there will be a wonderful doctor out there who will read your question and provide you with good, sound advise. Good Luck!

Answer 3

I suffered with the same problem and went through all types of medication and had many meetings with doctors, in the end major bad anxiety was diagnosed, go see a specialist. You are not alone and you are not bad this can be sorted, I found that when I became angry I could gain a certain degree of control over my anger, meditation helped and having somebody there to let of some steam to once in a while also helped. Remember when you start to feel angry towards somebody walk away, breath and think, This may take some doing but be patient and go one step at a time.

Answer 4

There are numerous things that could be wrong with you. No one could tell here without being able to examine and interview you. The very best thing you can do is to talk to your doctor and get a referral to a mental health professional. If this is affecting your relationship with your family, then it is imperative that you go do this as soon as possible! Problems like these are very common, and there is treatment available for you! Your doctor may suggest exercise, proper diet, and maybe even medication. Getting to talk to someone who can help you pinpoint your problem, identify it, and come up with a plan of action can be a great comfort as well! So make an appointment right now, hang in there, and good luck!

Answer 5

I can quite believe you are scared - it sounds like a very frightening situation to be in. See your GP asap, get an emergency appointment if necessary and hopefully he'll refer you to a counsellor. When a person is depressed, their anger is turned within themselves, now something has happened to change this and it's obviously beyond your control. Be honest with your partner and make him aware of just how you're feeling and how frightened you are. I hope you will soon be on the road to a full recovery.

Answer 6

You say you already had depression, were you seeing a psychiatrist? If not you should see one as soon as possible. Go and see your GP and ask to be referred quickly.

I can believe that you are scared, so you really do need to get some help. If you are already seeing a Psychiatrist then get an appointment.

I get this hatred towards my partner but not towards my children,although there are times when I get VERY short tempered with them. It makes me feel really guilty afterwards.

Please get some help. Good luck and hope you have a happier 2007.

Answer 7

Been there and took the Prozac, yes its scary, i nearly wiped myself out in the car a few times before i realised i had a serious problem, get to your Gp sharpish and tell him exactly what you've put here - then beat him with a stick till he gives you some Prozac, takes a couple of weeks to kick in but its fabulous once it does. I went from a viscious knuckle dragging neanderthal to a happy normal human.

Dont think for a second that theres any stigma attached to taking stuff like that, more people than you think do and i have to be honest and say that its great stuff!

Good luck

Answer 8

It's progress. If you didn't like where you were and now you're somewhere else, it's progress.
Sounds like you've succeeded in externalising your self loathing with the unfortunate side-effect of loathing everything else. You just need to find a way to sublimate your anger. If you're already under the noodle-quack, they should be able to help you with some strategies to help with this.

Cheers.

Answer 9

It is common for depression to turn to anger. I was both angry and depressed about having mono and severe allergies when everyone else around me seemed healthy when I was sicker than hell. The anger also turned to jealousy of healthy people. I constantly yearned to be healthy again and hated everyone that was healthy. It is very common for anger to co-exist with depression or emerge from depression.

Answer 10

your liver has found a way to express itsself
inhale in eight segments
exhale the same way through the nose
stick out your tongue while doing so for 21 minutes
do it minimal 45 days max 90
it will make your anger vanish
this is very subtle and refined yoga
oh and please do lay down when you do this.
Love Frans