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Intense strange reaction

I was talking to a relative today and she was saying how lots of people have depression/anxiety these days because of media etc she says that even watching TV has an effect because we see violence and it can be subconciously traumatising. (shes a mental health nurse so is interested in stuff like this lol) While she was talking though I suddenly had this intense feeling, felt dizzy like I was going to faint because of what she was saying, it just like..shocked me a bit lol it wasn't really a panic attack more of shock. The thing is I go like this when I hear other similar things too, maybe I think about things too deeply or something I don't know, but why am I like this? I didn't tell her she would think im strange, do I have a weak mind or something?
It coud have been any number of things, but to be honest it sounds like a bit of a normal dizzy spell, usually caused by a drop in BP or heart rate slowing. Usually nothing to worry about, just make sure you stay well hydrated and if you're worried see a doctor. :smile:
sometimes you can get that feeling if you're just really grossed out by something! don't worry about it
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It's anxiety, perhaps when people talk to you about things like that you just have a little subconscious panic? It's all to do with feeling vulnerable. Think about something nicer and remind yourself that you are safe.