I’ve vaguely researched the effects of depression on the body. Most of it is things I know just from being depressed for so long. Like when you’re depressed, you have body aches, fatigue and so forth. I’m wondering if that could be the cause of my migraines. It’s more than that though. I feel like my body is shutting down. I wonder just how much the mind communicates with the body. Obviously there’s a link, but I think it’s a lot more than what I’ve read or learned over the years. I don’t think they understand the full impact depression and anxiety have on the body. I am undiagnosed, but I strongly believe I have manic episodes. I do things and take risks I normally wouldn’t take. My mind races a million miles an hour and I feel like a million bucks during these times. Yet when I’m in the deepest darkest pits of depression I feel like I’m slowly dieng. Every step aches and I don’t have the energy to open a door, much less go to work.
Anyone else relate or think we don’t yet know the full effects of mental illness on the body? Just curious.
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Please talk to a professional. It sounds like you’re going through a lot, with depressive and manic symptoms. I hope you’ll find someone who understands how best to help you.
Migraines and bipolar frequently coexist. It’s worth getting a diagnosis – if you have bipolar the treatment is v different to depression. See a psychiatrist for sure.