Aa
brain shutting down
Do you guys ever have a period of time where your brain just seems to shut down and refuses to work the way you know that it should? I don't think that it's depression per se. It's more like my brain is suppressing thoughts that might trigger an episode. I've been unable to really focus on things since I accidentally read most of a book that was triggering me. I feel like I'm paying back taxes on thinking ability right now.
This ever happen to any of you?
~Dame
This ever happen to any of you?
~Dame
Yes, most definately. I have a lot of trouble thinking, focusing, remembering, doing things that used to be easy. Either my mind is racing so fast I can't keep up and/or I feel like I'm living in a thick fog most of the time. It is frustrating to me because I used to be really sharp. Now it comes and goes.
When I'm depressed it's terrible even to attempt to think.
I feel too lazy to think. It's too much effort.
My speech slurs, I stutter a little, can't remember what I read a second ago, don't ask what i did yesterday - it will take me a while to figure it out.
It's too much effort to communicate.
My brain just seems to be switch tripping - thoughts don't link up like they're supposed to - everything is spacey and unreal.
And I think ridiculously - like someone will say: do you like my new plant - I will hear: He's a lucky elephant. or something else ridiculous.
Thats when I'm really down.
and nothing makes sense - and it's all WHY WHY WHY?
When happy - I'm sharp as a marble (hee hee!).
To me it means I need a break - to recharge and become strong again. it's either sleeping, being alone, doing only enjoyable things (as far as possible)
I feel too lazy to think. It's too much effort.
My speech slurs, I stutter a little, can't remember what I read a second ago, don't ask what i did yesterday - it will take me a while to figure it out.
It's too much effort to communicate.
My brain just seems to be switch tripping - thoughts don't link up like they're supposed to - everything is spacey and unreal.
And I think ridiculously - like someone will say: do you like my new plant - I will hear: He's a lucky elephant. or something else ridiculous.
Thats when I'm really down.
and nothing makes sense - and it's all WHY WHY WHY?
When happy - I'm sharp as a marble (hee hee!).
To me it means I need a break - to recharge and become strong again. it's either sleeping, being alone, doing only enjoyable things (as far as possible)
Yes! Sometimes I attribute it to the meds I'm taking-clonazepam-effects my memory. My pdoc has told me it was my depression. But, I'm not depressed now/I have a horrible time thinking of certain words, names-you name it. Before I had an impeccable memory/didn't have DUH? moments.
However, in your case, it does sound like a mechanism to suppress an episode. I know it has to be frustrating. But, I'd like my brain to work for me in that way. Mine tends to work against me. Thoughts can't be turned off-may not be what I want to think about or remember. But, keep comin
Good Luck
However, in your case, it does sound like a mechanism to suppress an episode. I know it has to be frustrating. But, I'd like my brain to work for me in that way. Mine tends to work against me. Thoughts can't be turned off-may not be what I want to think about or remember. But, keep comin
Good Luck
Have an Answer?
You are reading content posted in the Bipolar Disorder Community
15 signs that it’s more than just the blues
Discover the common symptoms of and treatment options for depression.
We've got five strategies to foster happiness in your everyday life.
Don’t let the winter chill send your smile into deep hibernation. Try these 10 mood-boosting tips to get your happy back
A list of national and international resources and hotlines to help connect you to needed health and medical services.
Herpes sores blister, then burst, scab and heal.
