It generally occurs when a person is unable to function in social roles anymore, experiencing severe depression or feelings of being out of touch with reality. This often occurs after a long period of stress which has not been adequately dealt with.
This inability to function can occur in both work and personal arenas, resulting in difficulty in fulfilling obligations. It also causes the individual to develop physical, mental and emotional symptoms. A person experiencing symptoms of a nervous breakdown may feel extreme tiredness, weakness, episodes of uncontrollable crying, confusion, disorientation and feelings of worthlessness.
There may also be a loss of self-esteem and confidence, extreme weight loss or weight gain, disrupted sleep patterns and feelings of guilt and despair. In severe cases, an inability to move, called catatonic posturing, may result. This is a serious psychiatric condition and should not be taken lightly.
What Causes a Nervous Breakdown?
There is always a trigger or catalyst that sparks a nervous breakdown. Breakdowns usually stem from a change in a major life event such as a broken relationship, death of a loved one, a demanding job or financial difficulties. Factors that contribute to a breakdown include:
Stress
Depression
Drug and alcohol use
Genetics (family history)
Coexisting medical conditions such as vitamin deficiencies or thyroid disorders
Well I got 3 of the five..I got the first and second and fourth
I feel like shit I am tired all the time, I can't seem to stop crying and when I am not crying I am either sleeping or thinking off in a distance.
I am confused, I don't like whom I am becoming,I want me back and I am not sure if I was actually me before.
Has anyone ever felt like this ??? PLEASE tell me how you coped.. I just want to thank everyone now for their comments all will be considered except of course the ones that are rude and dis-tasteful.. You all know whom you are...
You all ahave a wonderful evening and remember somethings in life are not as they seem..
Gloria
