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Someone Just Perfectly Explained Why Depression Makes People So Tired, And More People Need To See It
Over time, depression and other mental disorders evolve camouflage so strong, they become almost invisible to the public. Almost. There are still a few ways to spot the parasites. 22-year-old visual artist and mental health advocate Pauline Palita has revealed a reliable method of how to spot people who struggle with mental health, and it’s resonating hard on Twitter.
“I’ve been diagnosed with bipolar disorder,” Pauline told Bored Panda. “I’ve decided to become a mental health advocate because I knew there were a lot of people out there fighting the same silent battles.”
“I know how hard it is to deal with this kind of illness, the feeling for not taking your condition seriously. I also know a lot of people out there who don’t have the ability to speak about it. The only thing I can do is spread and raise awareness, [trying to] end the stigma around mental illnesses.”
According to National Alliance on Mental Illness, approximately 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. experiences mental illness in a given year. Moreover, mood disorders, including major depression, dysthymic disorder and bipolar disorder, are the third most common cause of hospitalization in the U.S. for citizens aged 18–44. Scroll down to learn one of the ways you can identify these dangerous conditions.
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Relating to the issue, people thought Pauline’s thoughts were spot-on
What do you think ?
Rafaella Bueno 7 years ago
The part about the cat... I have social anxiety and I never know how to explain what it's like, but that's pretty much exactly it. I have very low empathy levels and can't at all tell how people are really feeling from external cues, so even when I do mange to talk to them, I'm constantly afraid they're just trying to not be d***s but can't wait for me to go away. My dream is a honest society, where telling people what you really think to their faces is the polite thing to do... because them I could stop worrying so much if I'm actually being liked or just being put up with. The fact that I know they actually mean well is what hurts the most.
Ashley Cusanelli 7 years ago
I so share your desire where being honest to people is normal and polite. I cannot "read between the lines" and I'm constantly trying to figure out if someone REALLY means what they said or are lying (to be polite or malicious) It's exhausting and has made me withdraw and avoid people.
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Virgil Blue 7 years ago
Feel a bit better after seeing someone explaining the things I find so hard to communicate clearly.
Derpicorn 7 years ago
Yeah this explains it so well... I stay awake for up to... about 5 hours I guess just thinking. And then, even when I’m tired, it’s so hard to just sleep. It seems like people don’t understand... the SHOULD though so that they can help fight depression alongside those who suffer from it.
Lodogg 3323 7 years ago
It'd be nice if the brain just came with an 'off' switch. Just flip and go to sleep.
Mark Fuller 7 years ago
These are the people... like me... who've relied upon cheap imported sleeping tablets for more than a decade. Not because I want them, but because without them, I take 2-3 hours to fall asleep and wake up after just 4 hours light rest. I'm not physically dependant upon them but the fear of another awful nights sleep probably makes me psychologically dependant. But every time I forget/run out/try to wean myself off, the same old insomnia rears it's ugly head!
Cheryl Hopper 7 years ago
Have you talked to a doctor about prescription medications? Those are better than the OTC stuff.
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Daniel Sipes 7 years ago
I have a large majority of these symptoms (although I've never taken any medication and my immune system is still good). But, at the same time, I've always thought I didn't have depression. I keep convincing myself that I'm just sad. I've always thought you had to have suicidal thoughts to have depression. I have no inclination to kill myself, but I have a lot of these symptoms. Do I have depression or not? I'm so confused.
Hiroki Shimizu 7 years ago
It is a common misunderstanding, but no- you do not have to be suicidal to be depressed. As people have said, depression comes in many forms, from mild to severe. If you have this sadness that you cannot shake, fatigue and such, I would suggest talking to a professional about it. If nothing else, learning coping mechanisms and such can help you handle it better.
Load More Replies...
Hari Onago 7 years ago
I experienced severe depression as a teen during a prolonged time because of harsh external factors not worth mentioning here. Anyway, I think I can relate to what she is saying because I remember vividly how I would arrive at home, everyday after school, and would just lie down on the couch or bed, feeling completely exhausted (besides obviously sad) as if I had been severely battered. Every inch of my body physically ached and I could not understand why. I can also relate to the part about the low quality of the sleep, for I have experienced the vivid dreams or the waking up in the middle of the night with loud noises buzzing in my head whenever I went through periods of intense anxiety. It can be so debilitating but mostly a lonely burden for those who suffer it because it is invisible to the outer eye. Therefore, it becomes hard to explain and further alienates you. To think I used to feel so weird when so many other people were surely going through it! None of you are alone.
Louisa Johnson 7 years ago
I have had problems since childhood, I'm 33 and have been with my husband 18 years. The one he always says to me which pisses me off so bad is " why don't you try going to bed earlier " Umm yeah thanks that will surely fix a life time of problems. One thing to remember though when reading a article and it's comments, is that we are really never alone, no matter how low we may sometimes feel, there are people that are going through the same. Thank goodness for the internet where people who need some words of comfort and support can have a platform to reach others that who know what we are going through. Please never be afraid to reach out.
Gaboo_panda_1127 7 years ago
I have depression and anxiety so this explained to my friends how i feel and some people just don't understand
Pragya Fating 7 years ago
So many people suffers through depression. But still it's so difficult too connect with those ppl even. Rest alone the the other people who have no idea what monsters we deal with. People always think it must be so difficult to fight others. But the real deal, real fight always reside inside you. Ppl do think fighting through it is courageous and all. And you should fight for your life. But when u can see no way out of the all the agony and misery, What then ? Isn't it better to get the eternal peace nd get out of here. This world has nothing to offer, that is worth all that pain and suffering. I never understood why people think death is such a bad thing. I don't say running from your problems is the way to go. U should try with all your might. But u should know when there is no way left nd even if u do "win" the only thing left in your hand is ashes. Death can only give you your "life" back then. That's just what I think .
Rafaella Bueno 7 years ago
The part about the cat... I have social anxiety and I never know how to explain what it's like, but that's pretty much exactly it. I have very low empathy levels and can't at all tell how people are really feeling from external cues, so even when I do mange to talk to them, I'm constantly afraid they're just trying to not be d***s but can't wait for me to go away. My dream is a honest society, where telling people what you really think to their faces is the polite thing to do... because them I could stop worrying so much if I'm actually being liked or just being put up with. The fact that I know they actually mean well is what hurts the most.
Ashley Cusanelli 7 years ago
I so share your desire where being honest to people is normal and polite. I cannot "read between the lines" and I'm constantly trying to figure out if someone REALLY means what they said or are lying (to be polite or malicious) It's exhausting and has made me withdraw and avoid people.
Load More Replies... Virgil Blue 7 years ago
Feel a bit better after seeing someone explaining the things I find so hard to communicate clearly.
Derpicorn 7 years ago
Yeah this explains it so well... I stay awake for up to... about 5 hours I guess just thinking. And then, even when I’m tired, it’s so hard to just sleep. It seems like people don’t understand... the SHOULD though so that they can help fight depression alongside those who suffer from it.
Lodogg 3323 7 years ago
It'd be nice if the brain just came with an 'off' switch. Just flip and go to sleep.
Mark Fuller 7 years ago
These are the people... like me... who've relied upon cheap imported sleeping tablets for more than a decade. Not because I want them, but because without them, I take 2-3 hours to fall asleep and wake up after just 4 hours light rest. I'm not physically dependant upon them but the fear of another awful nights sleep probably makes me psychologically dependant. But every time I forget/run out/try to wean myself off, the same old insomnia rears it's ugly head!
Cheryl Hopper 7 years ago
Have you talked to a doctor about prescription medications? Those are better than the OTC stuff.
Load More Replies... Daniel Sipes 7 years ago
I have a large majority of these symptoms (although I've never taken any medication and my immune system is still good). But, at the same time, I've always thought I didn't have depression. I keep convincing myself that I'm just sad. I've always thought you had to have suicidal thoughts to have depression. I have no inclination to kill myself, but I have a lot of these symptoms. Do I have depression or not? I'm so confused.
Hiroki Shimizu 7 years ago
It is a common misunderstanding, but no- you do not have to be suicidal to be depressed. As people have said, depression comes in many forms, from mild to severe. If you have this sadness that you cannot shake, fatigue and such, I would suggest talking to a professional about it. If nothing else, learning coping mechanisms and such can help you handle it better.
Load More Replies... Hari Onago 7 years ago
I experienced severe depression as a teen during a prolonged time because of harsh external factors not worth mentioning here. Anyway, I think I can relate to what she is saying because I remember vividly how I would arrive at home, everyday after school, and would just lie down on the couch or bed, feeling completely exhausted (besides obviously sad) as if I had been severely battered. Every inch of my body physically ached and I could not understand why. I can also relate to the part about the low quality of the sleep, for I have experienced the vivid dreams or the waking up in the middle of the night with loud noises buzzing in my head whenever I went through periods of intense anxiety. It can be so debilitating but mostly a lonely burden for those who suffer it because it is invisible to the outer eye. Therefore, it becomes hard to explain and further alienates you. To think I used to feel so weird when so many other people were surely going through it! None of you are alone.
Louisa Johnson 7 years ago
I have had problems since childhood, I'm 33 and have been with my husband 18 years. The one he always says to me which pisses me off so bad is " why don't you try going to bed earlier " Umm yeah thanks that will surely fix a life time of problems. One thing to remember though when reading a article and it's comments, is that we are really never alone, no matter how low we may sometimes feel, there are people that are going through the same. Thank goodness for the internet where people who need some words of comfort and support can have a platform to reach others that who know what we are going through. Please never be afraid to reach out.
Gaboo_panda_1127 7 years ago
I have depression and anxiety so this explained to my friends how i feel and some people just don't understand
Pragya Fating 7 years ago
So many people suffers through depression. But still it's so difficult too connect with those ppl even. Rest alone the the other people who have no idea what monsters we deal with. People always think it must be so difficult to fight others. But the real deal, real fight always reside inside you. Ppl do think fighting through it is courageous and all. And you should fight for your life. But when u can see no way out of the all the agony and misery, What then ? Isn't it better to get the eternal peace nd get out of here. This world has nothing to offer, that is worth all that pain and suffering. I never understood why people think death is such a bad thing. I don't say running from your problems is the way to go. U should try with all your might. But u should know when there is no way left nd even if u do "win" the only thing left in your hand is ashes. Death can only give you your "life" back then. That's just what I think .
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