It seems like lately I cannot focus on my job. I just don't care anymore. It is a really great job too. I'm not content where I am at in my life right now. Nothing seems to lift my spirits. My daughter does bring me hapiness now and then, but I still feel blah most of the time. I'm afraid of losing my job because of my lack of enthusiasm. Can anyone out there help?? THANK YOU
2007-11-04 13:39:24 · 2 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
You sound depressed, beyond a doubt.
I struggle with that as well, and meds can be extremely helpful.
More than likely, if this is the first time you've experienced this, the medication will only be needed a short while.
Please see your doc about help with your depression.
And yes, of course get all medical possibilities cleared, such as thyroid being low.
Depression Signs and Symptoms
Feelings of helplessness and hopelessness
A bleak outlook—nothing will ever get better and there’s nothing you can do to improve your situation.
Loss of interest in dailly activities
No interest in or ability to enjoy former hobbies, pastimes, social activities, or sex.
Appetite or weight changes
Significant weight loss or weight gain—a change of more than 5% of body weight in a month.
Sleep changes
Either insomnia or oversleeping (also known as hypersomnia).
Psychomotor agitation or retardation
Either feeling “keyed up” and restless or sluggish and physically slowed down.
Loss of energy
Feeling fatigued and physically drained. Even small tasks are exhausting or take longer.
Self-loathing
Strong feelings of worthlessness or guilt. Harsh criticism of perceived faults and mistakes.
Concentration problems
Trouble focusing, making decisions, or remembering things.
Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated. Lashing out in anger or snapping at others.
Aches and pains
New or worse physical symptoms, including headaches, backaches, diarrhea or constipation, abdominal pain, and aching joints.
2007-11-04 13:45:47 · answer #1 · answered by Quixotica 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Get a medical checkup. Maybe your thyroid is low...or something else.
If there's nothing physically wrong, go see a psychiatrist. You may have depression. There are meds that can really help with this.
Great resource: www.nami.org.
TX Mom
Been there, done that
2007-11-04 21:43:16 · answer #2 · answered by TX Mom 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋