Sick & Depression
I have been sick since Thursday with a bad cold that has been going around. I notice I have been having anxiety the whole time. My defenses are down cause I don't have any energy so I have been getting panic attacks also. I also feel depressed and I have never felt like this before when sick. I feel like I am in a hole and can't get out and my mind feels like its spinning. I think it is just cause I am sick but it is pretty scary!! Can anyone help to calm me down?
Hi Rosaslie, Sorry you are not feeling well. I just read your post and wanted to share with you. First, try to change your thoughts. You have a cold and it's uncomfortable, but you'll be fine. Of course you feel physically weak when you're sick. It's okay though. Take this time to comfort yourself. Instead of concentrating on being scared and feeling hopeless, spoil yourself. Sit and relax. Read an inspirational book. Write in your journal and watch something funny on T.V. There is nothing to worry about. This will pass. I don't know if you're taking any medications for your cold, but some of the ingredients in decongestants can definitely pump up your anxiety/depression. If you are, I would suggest that you stop them. Let your cold run its course and you'll feel fine very soon.
Donna
Donna