Not Caring About Anything

I've got to the stage where I don't care about the things I used to hold dear to me. I don't feel suicidal or anything like that. Just emotionless when it comes to things I used to care so much about. Friends, family, everything. I can't describe it but it's like I'm seeing things for what they are and not the romantic notion that surrounds them. I've let my appearance go dramatically and I'm past caring about everything. Can anyone offer any answers as to why this is happening because it's beyond depression in my opinion.

Reply 1

noodles!

14

Erm, I don't know but the obvious answer is to go and see someone about it, there must be an answer out there somewhere. But it does sound like some sort of depression.

Reply 2

Rutter knows best!

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Anonymous

I've got to the stage where I don't care about the things I used to hold dear to me. I don't feel suicidal or anything like that. Just emotionless when it comes to things I used to care so much about. Friends, family, everything. I can't describe it but it's like I'm seeing things for what they are and not the romantic notion that surrounds them. I've let my appearance go dramatically and I'm past caring about everything. Can anyone offer any answers as to why this is happening because it's beyond depression in my opinion.

well you don't sound like a manic depressive so whats beyond depression i don't know.
lots of people don't see the world through rose tinted glasses and see it for what it is, your not a one off case here.

you have to maybe analize when you started feeling this way and assess how you can change things for the better.

your not alone somedays the only thing i can get the slightest bit excited about is building a spliff.

Reply 3

SoundDevastation

13

it could be depression.. not manic depression, but major depressive-disorder ('clinical' depression). not caring about anything and seeing things as poinless is a major symptom, even if what youre seeing is harsh reality, you can get help dealing with it.

Reply 4

Anonymous #2

OP - I think I might be able to relate to what you are feeling now.

It is like being numb. You dont feel any form of emotion, you dont care about stuff you used to love etc. You dont really feel depressed, you just dont feel anything. You couldnt be bothered to work on your grades even if you know that you can be tops if you tried. Everything seems so bloody repetitive, like you are a robot doing the same thing everyday. Am I right? Been there, still half there actually.

Leave as anon or delete please :smile:

Reply 5

surreal

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Anonymous

I've got to the stage where I don't care about the things I used to hold dear to me. I don't feel suicidal or anything like that. Just emotionless when it comes to things I used to care so much about. Friends, family, everything. I can't describe it but it's like I'm seeing things for what they are and not the romantic notion that surrounds them. I've let my appearance go dramatically and I'm past caring about everything. Can anyone offer any answers as to why this is happening because it's beyond depression in my opinion.

Find something you enjoy (Sport, writing etc) and someone worth taking pride in your appearance for even if its yourself. Also see a councilor/psychiatrist if its serious.

Reply 6

zDjM

I used to have the same problem. Almost the same... I was feeling my life is without any sense cause I can't change anything that really matters. What I think you got to do is to find some aim in yr life. Maybe hedonistic one for the start :smile:

I was said this state of mind is typical for teens and ppl about 40 so don't worry. Life is really to enjoy and don't worry abt too much. it will soon pass whatever it is. cheers

Reply 7

campbell87

8

Id definatly suggest you go and see someone about this, maybe just having someone to talk to will help you?
Try re-igniting your passion for life

Reply 8

Ywiss

15

Hey, OP, have a read of this:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Depersonalization_disorder

To me your feeling of not caring about anything sounds a lot like depersonalisation disorder, which can be a type of depression. It's a very weird feeling - I do get it quite often myself when I'm especially tired or when I'm walking under street lamps at night (something to do with unnatural light, I'm told). Brief patches, like what I get, are considered normal, but if you're constantly feeling detached from yourself, as if nothing matters any more, you're just watching yourself like an automaton or a robot, that can be a sign of a clinical disorder.

I hope you feel better soon :smile:

Reply 9

*pink_sapphires*

1

Anon 2, I feel the same way as you do! I would have posted this as anon, but I thought I'd say who I am incase you want to PM me and chat. x

Reply 10

username138327

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Ywiss

To me your feeling of not caring about anything sounds a lot like depersonalisation disorder, which can be a type of depression. It's a very weird feeling - I do get it quite often myself when I'm especially tired or when I'm walking under street lamps at night (something to do with unnatural light, I'm told).

I hope you feel better soon :smile:

I get the same feeling. I especially get it if I'm walking home from clubbing or parties at night. It gets quite bad though then.
I do tend to go through month spells of getting this though. I just feel emotionless and numb and tired. I feel as though it doesn't matter what I do as it has no effect on anybody's or even my life.
I'm sorry that I can't give any advice myself, but I feel I suffer from it as well. Usually when something goes right for me it goes away

Reply 11

Anonymous #2

Okay, I read the wiki article and it is freaking me out a bit. But I dont think what I feel is a clinical disorder. Has anyone here actually been diagnosed with this?
I used to think I was developing a homeostasis mechanism against some hard times I went through not too long ago. I am kinda getting used to this being numb feeling. It is pathetic, but I am not sure I want to lose it.

Pink_saphphires – thanks for the offer. I have never spoken to anyone about this. I will PM you when I think I can make sense through a message :smile:

Reply 12

randdom

20

What you are describing sounds like a form of depression. I would advice that you go and see your GP about how you are feeling as there are support groups and medication (if you choose to take it) that can really help you. You don't have to go through how you are feeling alone and I would really suggest that going to see your GP would help.

Reply 13

Eien

16

This all sounds very familiar - the first thing to do is to have faith that it will pass, because it will, I've been there. The second thing is to know that it is normal, if your mind has endured a high amount of stress and anxiety, or sadness, then the mind eventually shuts down to protect itself. You may have experienced depersonalisation, where everything feels like a dream and nothing feels real, including yourself. Doctors will mainly help if it is actually affecting your social functioning to a significant level - if it is, then see one, but it is possible to feel this way but still be able to function at work or school.

Reply 14

Anonymous #1

OP

Not wanting to go down the suicidal road but my life does seem like just an existence now.

Reply 15

CheesyBeans

1

I agree with the others that you may be depressed and that you should try to talk to someone professional about this.

Reply 16

Anonymous #1

OP

Talking about my problems is the last thing I should do.

Reply 17

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Anonymous

Talking about my problems is the last thing I should do.

why?

Reply 18

Anonymous #1

OP

It just is.

Reply 19

LeBrett

I know what your talking about, i'm not suicidal, but i just don't really care, i dont fear death just dying, i am joining the army i think subconsciously in the hope that i die young. don't get me wrong i'm not going to just walk about ready to be shot but the idea of dying doesn't really bother me...

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