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Does this sound like depression?

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sunnypup · 20/04/2024 14:50

I'm not sure if I'm ok. I manage to work full time and no one would know there's a problem (except that one time I got overwhelmed and cried in front of my manager, or when a colleague asked if I was ok because I wasn't working, I was just staring listlessly at my computer screen). I feel tired a lot and my mood isn't great. Often I have naps, especially at the weekend, because it means I can't feel how I feel. It makes the day go in quicker and brings night sooner when I can sleep again.

Last night I was feeling quite low so I lay down on my bed, intending to take some time to myself. I unintentionally fell asleep about 7pm. I woke up at 11.30pm, had a glass of water and got ready for bed. I got into bed but had some things on my mind that made me quite upset. I cried and didn't get to sleep until 1.30am. This morning I slept until 11am and got up, eventually, because I needed to walk the dog. Then I had a shower and got dressed and had lunch. I don't know what to do now. I'm tempted to have a nap, even though I've barely been awake 4 hours today.

I'm a bit worried that there's something wrong with me. Is this depression? I see a therapist but my next appointment isn't until Wednesday. I have a blood test this week too to check if there's anything wrong physically.

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Bigcoatweather · 20/04/2024 14:53

Could be, but you’re doing the right thing with blood tests to see if it something physical like a nutrient deficiency or underlying condition. Not sure what age you are, but I definitely had a few days like this when entering peri-menopause.
Good luck, OP and hope you find a solution x

sunnypup · 20/04/2024 15:00

Thanks @Bigcoatweather. I'm only mid-twenties so hopefully not menopause yet!

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