Concussion

[laura920]

I’ve recently had my anxiety and depression under control through counseling and medication. The past few weeks I was even incredibly happy. I sustained a concussion a few days ago and my anxiety and depressive thoughts have just overtaken me. I’ve had several concussions in the past, and I do experience emotional changes with them, so I understand why this is happening. I emailed my counselor to see if she can meet with me earlier than next week, but right now I just feel so emotionally distraught, lost, sad and crying, and in pain. I’m laying on the couch and trying to watch a fun TV show. I’ve already showered and cleaned my apartment. Any more suggestions or supportive words are very welcome as I cannot stop crying and feeling miserable. Thank you

[snow_queen]

try to remember that this isn't how you actually feel, it's the side effects of your banged up brain trying to heal itself. I've had concussions before too and they're not fun...I hope yours heals fast so you can get back to your usual life. again, just remember that it will go back to normal, you just have to wait it out <3

[laura920 in reply to snow_queen]

I keep telling myself that and I know I’m my head that’s true. But I wish I could stop crying and feeling sick to my stomach.

[snow_queen in reply to laura920]

yes, I think the worst part of concussions is that they're physically painful AND they screw with your thinking! I'm really sorry you're feeling this way. sending hugs

[laura920 in reply to snow_queen]

Thank you ♥️ I got excuses for work so I know I can just rest & my friend said she would have a movie night with me tomorrow. I just have to make it through this right now. Which I’ve done 100s of times. Every time you feel like you can’t get through the sad but you always do

[snow_queen in reply to laura920]

that's good about having off work and the friend and the movie night! yes, making it through the "right now" always feels impossible. this time is just like the others though, and you'll make it through just like you did the others <3