Angry depression is not a certain type of depression but rather a descriptor of a form of depression. Angry depression is when your depression manifests through angry outbursts. Your depression takes your emotions to another level. When you may have otherwise reacted to a situation calmly, when you are depressed you may find yourself lashing out in unusual ways.
If you are dealing with angry depression or know someone who is, here are 5 things you should know:
1. You are not alone
If you feel angry or unusually irritable while you are experiencing depression, you are not alone. Sometimes the very feeling of being depressed for an extended amount of time can make us, anyone, feel angry.
There are tons of medical professionals out there to help you and have your back. Reach out to one when you are ready, they will help you through this time.
2. What other symptoms might I have?
- Loss of please in otherwise interesting diversions
- Difficulty focusing
- Fatigue
- Trouble sleeping
- Guilt
- Worthlessness
- Sadness
- Irritability
- Restlessness
3. Am I angry because I’m depressed?
There is an association between anger and depression. Lower self-esteem or sensitivity about not having complete control may lead to anger during the depression. An inability to do what you may normally want to may also cause you to feel angry.
But there is one very important thing you have to remember, it is not your fault.
4. Depression is not your fault
It is important to know that depression is not your fault. Nor is the anger you feel because of it. Depression is not a choice you wake up making nor is it something you can just “snap” yourself out of.
However, what you can control is how you react to it and how you manage it.
5. What can I do to help my angry depression?
Some of the best things you can do are eat as well as you can, try to sleep enough and try to get in some sort of exercise during the day. You could also reach out to friends or family that you feel comfortable sharing this with.
Know when to seek help. You may want to seek help the minute you understand that you are depressed or you may want to take some time before you seek outside help.
It is recommended that you seek help if you are experiencing the following:
- Changes in appetite
- Trouble sleeping
- Lack of energy
- Feeling guilty
- Feeling hopeless
- Feeling unworthy
- Having thoughts of hurting yourself
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