Does anybody here ever get "spacey"
spaciness?: Does anybody here ever get... - Anxiety and Depre...
spaciness?
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I call it "dingy" myself. It's kind of like you're walking around in a dream. You're there physically, but not mentally. If that's what you mean, you can count me in.
What do you think causes that?
Hi gogogirl, for me, it's the first reminder that I haven't had any water for the day. Water is so important in allowing the body to function properly and release the toxins in our bodies. Sometimes having something to eat can take that feeling away. Another reason is when we get over whelmed with negative thoughts that we can't think clearly. When that happens my therapist use to walk me through "grounding". (it did help)
Oh, I can't forget about our breathing. Shallow breathing/hyperventilating can cause a fuzzy headed feeling as well. You probably expected one simple answer but with anxiety, nothing is ever simple. 
Including getting an anxious person talking lol
I'm sure a lot of different things cause it. In my case, chronic lack of adequate sleep is probably the biggest reason. People who are under enormous stress for long periods eventually burn out, and it's a symptom of mental fatigue. I'm not a doctor; I'm just guessing here.
That makes sense- I have had it at varying times even when I was not as stressed. I even went to a nueropsych several years ago- at least I do not have dementia.
Medication can cause that, and frustratingly, sometimes the periodic spaciness is a side effect that is seen as the lesser of two evils (the greater evil being not getting that medication,) because you absolutely need to have the good part of the medication, if that makes any sense.
I have no answer but thanks for posting that question. Has helped me feel not so alone. All I can say is "welcome to my world".
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I am an older person but I have been like that in some situations for years. Even my brother says I am on another planet.
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Well I'm old and have struggled with many issues since I was a child. I do seem to make people laugh as I have to laugh sometimes at myself or I'd cry all the time. When someone tells me they feel crazy, I just say well I have papers to prove I am. Lol
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Yeah, I have degrees but I am a dumbo.
Yes, I have a little above average IQ ( verbal) but math is in the dumps. I am useless.
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My whole life I have worked with teens with special needs and also problem foster kids. Yet my granddaughter at 2 found youtube on my phone. That's really sad.
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I know what you mean, but a two year old???? Wow. Anyway, remember the high tech generations grew up with this stuff.
Yes! I’m such a spaz, lol
Are you talking about dissociation or something else?
Define dissociation. Also, how did your training go? I hope it went well, and you met some good folks.
Here's a good website to explain the basics:
It actually went perfect! I caught on really quick while it was busy and my manager saw that. Said i did a good job. 😄👌
I was doing it all on my own, let's just say i out did myself, impressed myself by far! Never knew i was so capable.......😉💪
That is great! See, you're smart. What is your job title? May it all continue to work out for you.
I feel that way all the time. It’s very hard for me to snap out of it
I’ve been like that for 1 week straight now. I haven’t been able to sleep so I’m in a constant spacy mood. I have yet to snap out of it
I hope you can find some peace. Have you tried lavender scent/ I have tried it, and it has helped.
Hiya gogogirl!! I'm always called spacey kacey!!! Lol. Never feel alone there. I'm with ya on that one for sure. Been called that my whole life!!! Hugs
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