What is Anxious Depression?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ม.ค. 2021
- Anxiety and depression often come together. And there's different ways this can look. Sometimes anxiety spawns depression, where you start off with something like obsessive compulsive disorder where you have these overwhelming thoughts that you can't get out of your head or rituals that you can't stop doing. Or you may have generalized anxiety disorder where you are gripped with worry and fear. Some people's anxiety can be so bad that they wake up every morning and throw up. Or you can feel like there's a heavy weight pressing on you all day. Some people feel like their throat is closing all day long. This is a horrible way to feel. Especially when there's not a clear reason to feel anxious. You can start to think - what's wrong with me? Why can't I feel normal? Feeling like this for weeks or months on end can make some people sink into a depression. In this case, you would have two disorders, the original anxiety disorder and then a depression.
That's one scenario. Another scenario is when your primary problem is depression - having no joy, feeling hopeless, hardly having the energy to do anything. Instead of feeling a heavy weight on your chest all day, you feel tears just behind your eyes all day ready to stream at the slightest provocation.
This is what your depression might look like if you had pure depression. But many times people have anxiety symptoms mixed in with their depression. The anxiety doesn't rise to the level of a full disorder like panic disorder or generalized anxiety disorder. But it's presence is enough to make the quality of your depression different. The term for this is depression with anxious distress. Anxious distress is what we call a course specifier. It gives more specific information about how your depression looks and behaves.
Here is the criteria for this specifier. This is from the diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders, 5th edition.
Anxious distress is defined as the presence of at least two of the following symptoms during the majority of days of a major depressive episode or persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia):
Feeling keyed up or tense.
Feeling unusually restless.
Difficulty concentrating because of worry.
Fear that something awful may happen.
Feeling that you may lose control of yourself
If you have depression with anxious distress, be prepared that you may need more than one medication to treat your condition and you may have a try a few before you get one that works well with the least amount of side effects.
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Fu CH, Steiner H, Costafreda SG. Predictive neural biomarkers of clinical response in depression: a meta-analysis of functional and structural neuroimaging studies of pharmacological and psychological therapies. Neurobiol Dis. 2013;52:75-83.
Ionescu DF, Niciu MJ, Richards EM, Zarate CA Jr. Pharmacologic treatment of dimensional anxious depression: a review. Prim Care Companion CNS Disord. 2014;16(3)
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First of all, thank you so much for your out of control scene; that was great. You definitely have a career in Hollywood if you get tired of psychiatry work. :)
A quick question Dr. Marks: I sometimes have severe irritability along with anxiety. It's often at a level that is embarrassing and on those occasions I stay right away from other people. Is that a common symptom of anxiety, or am I just an a$$hole like my husband claims?
--------- thank you
Is an organic personality disorder similar to Aspergers?
I need to talk to my doctor about this + my PMDD bc going without treatment is becoming too much.
I saw that video first. It usually takes 4 to 6 weeks to see if there is a positive or negative affect. Some psychiatrist like to try it 6 to 8 weeks simply because everybody has different chemistry reactions. Thank you, Dr. for being honest, open, and sincere.
it’s been so long that i genuinely can’t remember myself without anxiety or depression. it consumes me and controls every aspect of my life. i’m so tired.
Me too. You commented a long time ago but I hope you’re doing better ❤️
Have you ever heard of T.R.E (trauma release exercise)?
If your condition is trauma related, well, drugs and talking therapy are incapable of releasing trauma.
It needs to be released through the body.
T.R.E. is cheap, safe and incredibly powerful.
Nope, this isn't an advert for my business. I'm not qualified just grateful I found it
Take your pick of videos on TH-cam to look into it BUT do find someone who can teach you and give you a guided session or two before doing it alone. As I said, it's powerful!
I felt the effects of it in a few short days. It was like my nervous system had been turned down and I felt some peace for the first time in my life.
I wish you luck.
I'm going through the same way. My mind never stops. My brain is so tired. And people that don't have mental illness don't understand. They think we can just snap out of it
same. especially because i’ve been this way since i was about 9
How I feel every day too. I cant even rememberer when I didn't feel this way
Anyone watching and feeling these symptoms like I am. You’re not alone, and we are going to make it! ♥️
Thank you for the encouragement. I needed this.❤
@@msknucb1762 ♥️
Thank you so much for these words, Krystal. We're not alone.
Promise? We'll b there for one another
Thank you
I just feel like crying for no apparent reason and I have this overwhelming feeling of sadness
Same
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@lulu peacock So true, just went through that and after having a massive breakdown after a beautiful bike ride in the sun, I felt like my brain was trying to send me a message about how I push people away from my life because more often than not, I just don't have the strength to fake being okay around them. I feel like I'm just starting this journey and learning so much about myself
Time to discuss it with your doctor, love 💜
lulu peacock what do you mean? trying to figure what out?
The problem with it all is that our modern society provides many legitimate reasons for anxiety, depression, and anxious depression. A pill and therapy might relieve these symptoms, but they do absolutely NOTHING to alleviate ANY of the causes.
The causes are very difficult to alleviate. Firstly, you have to figure out the causes. Then you have to try somehow to process them if at all possible. Sometimes the causes are still occurring and you may not have control over them so can't fix or improve them. Then, depending on your own specific issues, feelings and situation, you have to try to change your thought patterns, re-associate that with your emotions, and all of this can take an excruciating length of time. Then there's the potential genetic and biological / neurological causes added on top of everything else.
Medication is ideally supposed to assist in the overall process of improvement and reduction of both symptoms and cause.
I was depressed and suicidal for a long time, and I still couldn't tell you what the actual cause was. I might need a therapist to help me work it out, but it was probably a combination of money problems, chronic back problems over 8 years, living alone for 8 years, being overweight, working in a call centre for 10 years, and possibly affected by me being born 3 months premature with learning difficulties, and suffering with multiple head injuries, finding out my grandfather was a paedophile, who abused my sister, and at the same time finding out my father was not my biological father. All these things contribute - and there is nothing you can do to alleviate these contributors.
All you can do is learn over time to try and cope, and continue to try and function day-to-day. When I really actually wanted to die, I did everything I could to remain working to keep paying my mortgage and bills, my biggest fear wasn't being misserable or dead, it was losing my job and my home.
Such a good point, we are even asked at job-interviews how resistant we are towards stress and it's neverending which increases my grief when I realize I've been under theraphy and still it's so painful. it's not even feeling happy but just to feel okey.
Good therapy treatment will provide you with medication to alleviate the depression and anxiety and then help you work in the causes of your depression/anxiety so that you won’t need to remain on the medication forever.
Oof
"You still hurt even after you've cried" Ouch that cut deep.
This is so true at times
That's the worst. A "good cry," feels like most of the bad feelings left your body in the tears.
@@pirateslife4me Yeah those are the good ones. Sometimes you just need an emotional release.
I just want to encourage people. I was diagnosed with a combination of anxiety and depression many years ago. I went on medication, we tinkered with the dosage and combination, I did talk therapy, I worked on myself, and while I won't say everything's perfect, I have a good life, one which I'm grateful for. Since being diagnosed, I've lived and worked in three countries and gotten a Master's degree, and now I have a great job and a stable life. It took time and effort on everyone's part - mine, my doctors', my support system's - but I did it. The depression is banished to occasional lows. I'm functional and, overall, happy. I hope everyone can get the help and support they need.
There is hope.
I have been deeply depressed and anxious since I was about 14, I am now 32!
This has literally stopped me from doing my dream job, meeting someone and leading a life.
I know when all girls were dealing with being boy crazy and thinking about boys or relationships I was too consumed with anxiety. My started where was in places with people but you had to sit and listen like classes and then stores with no windows or only one door. I always sitting near door where I could easily leave in settings like that . Then it morphed into places when I was walking alone outside. Then when people yelled at me and were mad it triggered me to a panic attack. I feel like the best thing that helped me calm was prayer and Christian music obviously medicine and therapy.
Same here, I find ACT therapy works best, but it's hard to keep it up when feeling so down all the time. And when it's hard to relate to others who don't understand what it's like to have such severe depression
I just got a house in December, I have a wonderful girlfriend but I am so scared to be happy, I don't understand is that more just being nervous, or is it something else
depression is the real deal. I pray and hope anybody going through this can keep their head up, and may god heal your soul
KingJay TL thank you
Cyndi Smith 🙏🏾
Thank you and bless you infinity times infinity ❤❤💯
@@isaacwagner5862 you too man🙏
I don't know if you were meaning to say, "Man, depression is the real deal," or if you are speaking specifically of depression in men, but either way, truth. Men deal with depression, too, and they shouldn't feel like they have to go it alone or tough it out. Men, your emotions are real, and you have the right to feel them.
That weight feeling is something new I've experienced. It really does feel like a literal weight, or like a heavy cloud feeling. It's shocking how physical it is.
Omg yes ,it's so palpable ,I can FEEL heaviness on my head
It's hell. It's horrible. To anyone out there struggling. Stay strong. I get you. Your not crazy. Much love.
Psilocybin saved my life. I was addicted to heroin for 15 years and after Psilocybin treatment I will be 3 years clean in September. I have zero cravings. This is something that truly needs to be more broadly used in addiction treatment.
Psychedelics saved me from years of uncontrollable depression, anxiety and illicit pill addiction. imagine carrving heavy chains for over a decade and then all of a sudden that burden is gone. Believe it or not in a couple years they'll be all over for treatment of mental health related issues.
The Trips I've been having have really helped me a lot,I finally feel in control of my emotions and my future and things that used to be mundane to me now seem incredible and full of nuance on top of that I'm way less driven by my ego and I have alot more empathy as well
@michealharris3221Can dr.sporess send to me in UK?
Shrooms was the best trip I had. It was an amazing experience.
Where did u get it
Does anyone have this anxiety symptom , it’s like feeling like everything is familiar, or things are constantly reminding me of past events , also getting random memories or places popping into my head , totally insignificant to anything I’m doing . Anyone else experienced something like this or know why ? It’s just so annoying , and triggered my anxiety and makes me depressed.
I do experience that. All the time. I fucking hate it.
Hmm. The only thing I can really think of is PTSD and you're experiencing unprovoked flashbacks, memories and unprocessed anxiety.
Yip lots of times its not even connected to anything
I get those feelings everyday ... somehow it feels like they are coincidently connected
@@dmgsoultogetherness6667 yeeeees exactly , and that’s sometimes scared the crap out of me
Thank you so much for bringing up the treatment resistant category and that people with anxious depression are harder to treat. So many people get increasingly frustrated because they don’t get better and cycle back into their depression. This video was very important.
Yes indeed you’re so right about the frustration. Thanks for the comment
--------- did it improve your overall disposition ..... ? great .....in what way....? because I would desire equal effect --------- Dr explains/elaborates well .... but for me if topic is not completely germaine -------- it could fall into category of " over analysis leads to paralysis" ------ one's objective is wellness if you can find it with out pharmaceuticals or the doctors that write them the better --------- no offense Dr. but up my way some psychiatry providers made my depression anxiety worse ----------- I was just a insurance invoice number to them -------- it's the lowball insurance nobody wants it --------- the ones that do ---------- accept it begrudgely.... professionalism is minimalistic -------- if at all...(since the misinformed delusional aberrations secretary separated me from the god blessed Dr. it's been over 7 months since I spoke/seen one ------- im climbing walls now .....my GP refused to refill my Ambien ain't slept well in 3 days --------- I'm chewing through my Xanax more than prescribed ---------- I'll be summiting Everest when they run out --------- ☮✅ ------- had appt. scheduled w/ new psychiatrist dr. on X-mas eve pm. ------- when making it .... I asked receptionist......your open xmas eve afternoon ------ oh yes ------- ok -------- X mas eve AM @ 9 :10 phone rings ------- it's charging in dining room -------- by time I say hello .....they hangup ------- recognize number as dr. -------- I did not call back they didn't leave v/m ------- I asked myself is Dr office calling to remind OR to cancel -------- so I bet the farm on cancellation ---------- didn't go in ---------- following week waited for office to call to reschedule -------- until Thursday I call receptionist confirms xmas eve call was to inform of cancellation- -------- I ask may I reschedule ------ may I put you on hold ---------- the call dropped.... not being sarcastic I was therapeutically enhanced when presumption was confirmed --------- brain games -------- I'm game.... in other words psychiatriy for me is like the way you hold a violin --------
Go on vacation, move or make new friends, live somewhere else between latitude 23.5N and Latiude 23.5S?
Why sit there depressed and not do nothing about it?
People rather give thousands of dollars to doctors than use that same money to travel and go on a vacation like a cruise or an island.
Definitely this video is educational
@@Jtzist not always that simple!
Always a shock to remember not everybody has all 5 symptoms. 😅 Throwing ADHD unto the mix can really muddy up the anxious depression diagnostic criteria because I think we regularly experience all these things too, but it may stem from the trauma of being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world.
I Just love her voice and the way she speaks and explains. It gives me some kind of calm ess 🧡💛💚💙
Me too..
Sounds like she is in control. I don't like how some try to sympathize by there tone of voice. She doesn't it's like I got this don't freak.
She sounds like a fucking robot man I hate it and it triggers my anxiety
@@benbrooks566 I'm sorry man.. *Virtual Hug*
Most articulate,clearest n straight to the point explanation on mental health ive ever seen on TH-cam.
Anxious depression is hideous, I was unable to work for months because of it. It made me physically sick as described in this video. It’s nice to hear it described so clearly!
Did you get better? If so, how?
How are you doing now
How are u now?
Wow I only just realised I had people asking me how I’m doing! Thank you so much. I’m 100% better, which feels like a miracle every day because when I was ill, I thought I’d never be well again. If you’re suffering right now and feel like that, I hope my story gives you hope that despite feeling like it’ll never end, it can and does with proper medical care.
@@PetriLittlefoot I did thank you! I had a great mental health specialist (I’m in the U.K.) and antidepressants that also function as a sedative. Not being able to sleep made being ill so much worse.
I am fighting almost 10 years. Few months ago I lost my beloved husband and that broke my heart .I wish one day to wake up and feel normal again..My antidepressant help so much..so dont scared to ask for help ..we can also have a quality life 🤞❤
Im so sorry for your loss. Stay strong ❤️
@@tilly.outhwaite Thank you so much 🙏😔💕
And also turning your face to the Almighty God can help a lot. Everything is possible for Him. He is a healer. And you are in my prayers 🙏🙏🙏
I have both and its not separated. It came together with a package.
2 for 1 deal! I love me a discount.
:') *sniff*
Congrats you've got yourself a twofer!!!! Now sprinkle a little OCD on top to make it all pop.
---------- depression/anxiety are together as -------- rain and water usually not a even split.... like a bad marriage ----------
YeLLow-T. Ya same here! Its aweful isnt it?
@@kreep182 i got the pop combo.
I would say an overwhelming sense of dread + the so called “pure depression” would adequately describe what I’m going through unfortunately. it made me tear up when she described depression, made me think for a second that I have a disease and am not just a piece of human garbage.
You're not garbage, or else we both are, hon!
You are NOT garbage! You are a human being that was fearfully and wonderfully made by God...you are important and you have a purpose! Much love from SC XOXOXO
Do you happen to have a 🎸
I used to wake up every morning with a racing heart. My chest would hurt all day. I would cry all the time and spend all day ruminating over things I was worried about. I could never see the good in anything. I'm doing so much better now ^_^ antidepressants worked very well for me and now I'm less irritable and can handle things much better and enjoy life
Omg how did she know
She says that you feel a heavy weight on you all day and I feel like I’m trapped in a box with rocks on my chest all the time.
I’ve been feeling this way every single day now and I just want it to stop so I can feel happy again
@@lylam8775 that really sucks I’m so sorry, you should start talking to someone if you aren’t already.
@@clara9879 you should definitely see a consultant so they can diagnose you with something and get you the help you need. I recently did that and they prescribed me medication and therapy it’s been working so far so I really think that it would help if you did that as well. Also you will never bother the therapist it’s their job to hear your problems. I feel so bad for you I really hope that you get the help you need to get better even though I’m just a stranger I will always be there for you ❤️
@@Chloe-bw3df Thank you it means a lot that You answerded I'm just scared that I'd be wasting their time because I don't know wether I'm just imagening things
@@clara9879 I used to be like that too but you are definitely not imaging things you have the right to be happy and if your suffering that’s not good. Even if you don’t have an anxiety disorder it’s still good to get help through hard times in your life. You deserve to be happy. I know that saying this won’t really help but I hope that in some way this helps you get the courage you need to say that you are not ok but not being ok is completely normal. There are so many people who are suffering as well so you are not alone you have a whole group of people behind you ready to help you when you need it. I will alway reply to your messages if you need to talk :) I hope you get to feel better in the future
People who's suffering from anxiety/ anxious depression
SHOULD NOT BE JUDGE.. THEY NEED HELP GUYS..
Tell that to my girl
Does she take clients online? She’s amazing ❤️
I wish!!!
Ikr
How can we clone her?
This video just blew my mind and helped me to figure out myself!
Right?! I had the same thought! Gotta love that glamor shot in her thumbnail too lol, she seems like she'd be such a dope psychiatrist to have.
Thanks Dr Traci for breaking this down. Even though I had to deal with a dysfunctional family, I kept my head above water spending most of my time with my friends who became my family. I lived life to the fullest being around the world and taking chances and opportunities wherever I could find them! I’m pretty sure in my teens I had an anxiety attack then ignored it after it was gone, but later it came back like a curse. I was working construction and always couldn’t wait for lunch but had no appetite and it was an overcast day that made everything more bleak then shortly after that I had a major anxiety attack. I’ve been diagnosed with anxiety/depression and maybe PTSD and although better could feel a lot better and miss my old self.
I've dealt with this for 53 years. Tried every possible therapy/medication. So tired.
praying for you friend
@@louisedemarillac777 Thank you. ❤️
There are new things to try. i am 60. salmon and blueberries are a good thing. Not together but they both are good for you. I usually don't like to hear that but these are some of my favorites to eat. They have antioxidants that are good for persons with Mdd.I am tired more since Covid.
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Dear Dr Marks,
I would just like to say a heartfelt thanks for this video; a close relative suffers from anxious depression, and it is sometimes very difficult for my family.
This clarified what it was and offered a lot of valuable information in a short period of time.
Thank you really very, very much.
0:56 - 1:02 I literally choked, because it is indeed a horrible thing to feel, but hearing it out loud from someone else than myself, that really hit me emotionally.
The anxiety kills any sparks of motivation and keeps me locked into moderate depression, for many years now. It's so exhausting.
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i suffered that for months, may God Bless You All...Dearly.
Mushrooms saved my life from anxiety and depression....Hit up @adam_shrooms on Instagram....He sells psychedelics discreetly. He got shrooms,Dmt,Lsd,dope asf💀🍄
God can help it is true thank you
We are all very fortunate to have you, Dr. Marks. Thank you
Thank you Dr. Tracey. I really enjoy your videos altogether, but those about anxiety are special to me. I watch them whenever I feel like I need a reminder that there is nothing wrong with me, I am not losing it, it's just an anxiety. You help me remember that it is real and I am not making my symptoms up. And I love guest appearances of your dog
I thought I was the only one who woke up and threw up in the morning. I've seen so many doctors about it, and none have ever brought this up. Thank you for helping me to understand that I'm not alone.
How are you now?🥹
This is the first time I’ve heard this video and description. I didn’t know what I was feeling was real. I know I’m bipolar with panic/anxiety disorder, etc., but these qualifiers, is exactly what I feel. Thank you for this video 🌞🌞🌞
I’m sitting here with tears of relief... every word Dr. Marks is saying explains me
She’s the best doctor. I wish I had someone explained this earlier.
Watching these videos and reading comments puts things in perspective for me. Everyone is going through something. Even people who look like they have the perfect life.
Hmmmm
I could imagine that this could be a very common thing with all the uncertainty in the world right now. I’ve been feeling this way and realize that grounding yourself is very important, for me getting outside and walking is amazing.
Just discovered this channel, ABSOLUTELY fantastic. Coping with a loved one suffering from multiple conditions and these videos are a tremendous help. Thank you
@Torch from Olympia ❤
I have often seen psychologists, psychiatrists and doctors as a joke, a piece of paper you frame that hangs on a wall and you can validate a big salary for it. I have taken what they have given me and now I can barely hear any more, a side effect. You are the real deal. Please keep doing what you do. You are an angel. x
I needed this 😭.. I'm so thankful for what you do for us💕
I’m so glad this was helpful Ashly!
Mushrooms saved my life from anxiety and depression...Hit up @adam_shrooms on Instagram....He sells psychedelics discreetly. He got shrooms,Dmt,Lsd,dope asf💀🍄
@@DrTraceyMarkshow do I know my anxiety or depression is not just situational? I've had anxiety since young . But it's worse and with more depression since my financial situation was devestated. I was much better when I was more financially secure.
Just discovered this series of videos. Thank you Dr. Tracey Marks for taking the time to produce these helpful videos. Sharing your expertise & insights is much appreciated!
I have had anxiety and issues with confidence in the past and I wouldn't completely rule it out just yet. I have been self treating myself for the time being, and what has worked for me is to surround myself with positive, driven and ambitious people. Now obviously that's difficult for some of us. So, I surround myself with such people on youtube, by watching the content creators who give me that vibe, and I also read on a daily basis about people who are mentally healthy and how they think optimistically in various situations. I can say for a fact that this has been working for me lately as I have started to think and be more like those people, and the mirroring has brought some much needed perspective shift to the greener side of the grass.
I missed several minutes of the video seriously cracking up laughing over the anxiety "spinning" out of control, the concerned pup, and hubby with a fire extinguisher to quell the whole thing. Omg. Have mercy on us, Dr. Marks. 😆🤩
Thank you so much for taking the time to provide all this information for free! Extremely educational and accessible, I really appreciate it.
My anxiety was so bad at one point, that i would dry heave a lot.
I understand that. I’m so sorry.
I was lucky enough that my neurologist treating me for MS guessed right sertraline was appt for my form of depression but a friend of mine seems to fit into this topic, I just sent her this video. Thank you for the work you put into understanding us, nutcases and helping others understand us as well.
I too am on sertaline
Very interesting. I developed an eating disorder just from having anxiety. But ive always suffered from anxiety only this time it got worst because of everything having to do with covid. Fortunalety I'm doing better but it was a very hard process and I'm still working on it. Thank you for this video. And for anyone reading this, think positive and there is always hope. ❤ 🙏
Thank for being informative, direct, and compassionate about these disorders. When it feels like something bad is going to happen, yet don't know what it is...or the feeling of losing control is very daunting. Especially in the public, or long term isolation. ✌️ All the best.
My depression started first then was put on meds which caused severe anxiety to the point can't leave the house ..
Your videos are so informative ...thanks DR
Your explanation of the tears of pain but feeling no better was spot on
I have severe anxiety with deep depression. It is a nightmare. Constant feeling of worry, can't do anything because I'm scared of starting something. I cant wash myself for weeks... I'm taking venlafaxine and pregabalin but I feel like these medication don't work as they should
It can take time to find the right medication combination, don't give up. Other treatment options: Psychiatric Service Dog, Talk Therapy, ECT, TMS, Spravato, & Massage Therapy. Goodluck❤
I feel you. This is pretty much me. SO anxious all the time, for 40 years. Feelings of dread and fear. Too anxious to go many places, do very much and I no longer enjoy anything either. This has led to persistent depression over the years, with anhedonia, and I too find it really difficult to maintain a proper showering routine, I can't deal with household chores, have never cooked, I sleep half the day away as it's a relief to be so sleepy (medication aids this), I can't eat until night time due to my chronic anxiety that has eventually wrecked my appetite, and it's just all really...sad.
Was on venlafaxine, it was a nightmare in itself. Take it slightly late and the withdrawals began. Switched to Cymbalta and I'm feeling much better, although the depression still gets me sometimes
@@7eMiLi7 I tried Venlafaxine too, and the 37.5mg first month dose sent my anxiety through the ROOF. The subsequent 70mg dose settled that down (to its normal high level) but emotionally blunted me so much I didn't care about anything and couldn't be bothered doing anything. So my anxiety stayed the same but my depression got worse in terms of the apathy and anhedonia. I never noticed any issues with taking it at slightly different times or when I stopped it abruptly and went back to Zoloft the next day.
@@ladybaabaa3294 sorry to hear that. But u are not alone. There are so many suffering with this but are afraid of that "disgusted" response on the face of those who don't understand.
So relatable! I sincerely thank you for releasing a lot of information lately on the "plain old boring"disorders of anxiety and depression.
I had a severe form of anxious depression, and could never stay on an SSRI because it made both disorders skyrocket, so I self-medicated with Xanax out of desperation that not a single medicine worked.
This was then mistakenly diagnosed as bipolar disorder, making me feel worse when I took antipsychotics. Also Seroquel ramped up motor agitation and I'd move body parts randomly without my control. You can probably guess that that symptom was putting more fuel on the fire regarding my anxiety 😱
The combination of Lamotrigine (apparently also a bipolar medication!) and Wellbuterin helped a ton! Also I ended up completely quitting smoking (and am still not smoking!) thanks to a side-effect of Wellbuterin 😝😝
Good luck everyone!! If I was able to come out of that extreme anxiois depression, I'm convinced it's possible for others
If you notice your psychiatrist is not being attentive and quickly diagnosing you, please ask to go to a clinical psychologist where you could be thoroughly assessed and consequently diagnosed, so that you receive the appropriate therapy
where were you on the scale Paddy?? I am a 5 - severe with motor agitation. I think there is no hope for me due to thinning gray matter.
@@adamlewis3729 on a scale from 1 to 10 I was a solid 10. Hospitals were involved, I couldn't function most of the times. I felt like I had absolutely lost my mind. It was the toughest thing I've ever experienced
@@addysaw oh wow! and how are you today? Can you share what kind of motor agitation you had/have?
@@adamlewis3729 Now I dont have disorders and no motor agitation.
The motor agitation was purely driven by the medications. Basicallyy limbs would not stop moving and I had uncontrollable urges to kick my legs and flap my arms. It was both very scary and highly uncomfortable.
When I told the psychiatrist that Seroquel is causing this, she didnt believe me because "that's not a known side effect." Some doctors need to have their licenses revoked.
Dude, thanks for the clarity of explanation your case..
I’m so happy that the field of psychiatry is evolving this way. Back in the 60’s, when I was a child suffering from disabling anxiety and depression, there was very scant real knowledge about diagnosis and treatment of these related disorders. You were derided and made to feel “not OK” by not only peers and family, but the medical establishment, as well. Thank you for educating the world.
I learn so much from this channel. It's nice to be able to put a description to my mental illness. Though I may never be cured, at least I know where my insanity comes from.
Thank you for this video Dr Marks, I think this is the most accurate description of what I went through, for a depression that maybe lasted me 8 years.
From the symptoms I think I had severe anxious depression. I had always just assumed anxiety and depression went hand in hand, but thats probably because I had both at the same time. I was having crying episodes in the bathroom at work, but absolutely zero idea why I was so upset, always anxious, restless legs, lethargy. Eventually I started getting pannic attacks, and found it almost impossible to get out of bed to go to work. I eventually became suicidal, and the idea of my continued existence was a sick joke and I wanted to die in a car accident as I couldn't face the idea of putting my parents through my actual suicide.
Luckily anti-depressents worked really well for me immediately upon taking my first prescribed medication. I still get anxiety really easily which never really fully goes away, but the depression I guess is pretty much gone.
I think what you do is amazing! Your explanations are so well done, but I'm sure your videos are life saver for some.
All your videos are super helpful and makes me feel like I'm not alone or that I'm imagining my symptoms. Thank you so much.
I was having seriously bad day and your funny edits made me smile. Thanks Dr. Tracey :)
Thank you for this video! (and for all the ones you do.) That turtleneck and matching earrings and necklace look amazing! 😄
Thank you Doctor Tracy! I just love your videos.... Even if we don't have the condition that you are particularly speaking about we learn a lot from listening to you and I appreciate that! Have a healthy happy New Year!
Oh I’m glad you like learning. 😊 Thanks for watching. You have a great new year as well.
you speak so simply and accurately that it really soothes me just to know that someone at least understands. i feel most who claim to be mental health experts just memorize some textbooks without any practical knowledge or skills.
Your videos are informative as always but getting some good humor in there. Keep up the great work Dr.Marks. I’ve learned so much from you
For a good part of my life, I am certain every single morning that this is my last day on earth and I am going to die. I just try to ignore it so I can get up and go to work. Dr. Marks is the BEST psychiatrist in the world.
Oh my CR i’m sorry that’s how you start your days. I’m glad though you keep persevering 😊
Maybe look into CBD oil. Possibly take it at night before bed and it will still slightly be working in the AM. I'm not a doc and you need to look up if it's right for you and no interaction but for me my morning were great......until I had lucid dreams. Look into it if you want.....I've used it but aren't a medical pro
What if I want everyday I wake up to be the last
just been prescribed Sertraline and was freaking out a bit but you’ve really calmed my nerves about it thank u sm
Thank you for this video, finally feels like someone understands what I’ve been living with my entire life.
Love how you brought your authentic self into the cut scenes! The fire extinguisher one is cute 🥰
Love your videos! I always get my notebook out and take notes while I watch 😊
Love that Kelly! I've had a few people mention they take notes. That inspired me to take the content and put it in written form. I'm starting with the bipolar videos. I'm almost finished putting it together as a handbook. Then I'll send it to my favorite graphic designer to make it visually super cool looking (not just an ordinary ebook). I'll gradually work way my through the other disorders. If bipolar disorder info interests you, then hold tight. It's coming.
Amazing. I always felt self conscious about my teary eyes and never heard it was linked to the depression I had. Ty for explaining.
So very useful, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I am sure I am not the only person who is very grateful to have found this video
Well, that explains a lot of why I'm having so much difficulty being treated apparently. Thanks!
I’m so gone i want to cut off this world and never get close with a single person again
thats how I feel all because of living with a narcissist it is brutal. feel trapped but we can all heal
You just explained my current situation exactly.
Hey Briz ....how are u feeling now ? Better i hope.......your not alone in this
@@lifemusic1980 hi hope your doing ok ....how are u feeling today?
Briz if u ever need to vent ...you have a friend in me ....god bless!!
Dr. Marks, you are amazing. Your very existence is a blessing to the world. Thank you. Thank you for your intelligence, your communication style, and for sharing on an open and free platform. I also thank TH-cam and it's algorithms for sending you in my direction. Thank you again doctor.
You described things I felt during my teen years but I had no words to describe what I felt, it could have helped me so much if I had guidance back then but I didn't have the chance to open up with anyone, even though I only found this in my mid twenties I am very grateful
Great and informative video as usual! Thank you Dr. Marks!!!
Thanks a lot and you’re welcome 😊
I love her style, very informative with a great sense of humor. I just wish that meds weren’t always the answer. I believe the reason you need a combination of meds is because the first med created another issue that needs the second or third med to counteract and so on. All this study of the brain and they still treat symptoms and not the cause. I know too many people on numerous meds that still feel terrible, are now overweight due to antidepressants with health conditions and practically can’t leave their houses. There has to be a better way.
Antidepressants do not lead to becoming overweight. Obesity doesn't lead to not being able to leave the house. The cause for both is strong, traumatic emotions (and therefore brain and body damage) due to PTSD, usually built up over many years, or unseen. I believe in meditation and medication - and medical marijuana, too.
so glad i found your videos. sadly, my doctor didn’t warn me that my meds could intensify my anxiety and depression at first. i just ramped up to the intended dosage and spent the weekend feeling panicky and sweating. greatly relieved to now know that this is a common thing and should pass within a few weeks. thanks
I think this fits me. I have anxiety and depression. Both linger within me and flare up but if I can say this are "benign". It was nice to listen to someone who explained it so well.
I have bad anxious depression, I was diagnosed 6 years ago and I’ve tried a BUNCH of different meds.
The ones that have ultimately worked best for me and currently taking is Lamotragine, Buspar and Trileptal. But I absolutely *hate* taking meds. Some strains of marijuana have absolutely relieved me to the core, like Grease Monkey. I felt so good and “forgot” to take my medicine bc my symptoms were nearly unnoticeable. That’s all I have to say.
Cannibis again y know i hate it and i cant seem to get away from it .my niebours smoke it .its every where .i cant even go to town without someone walking past me stinking of weed .the smell alone makes me want to throw up .i wish i liked it but i cant stand the stuff .its messed up my x partner. My brother and now my son .you think it helps .everyone i know it just makes them lazy and not give a shit .anyway my rant over have a good day
Does that strain give you any paranoia at all? I'm going to talk with my doctor about the medications you mentioned thank you
Heroin works best at relieving anxious depression. Too bad you have to trade your soul for it.
@@michellebiagott4593 Smoking is awful. I live in a medical marijuana state, Florida. Most people are using edibles. But that skunk weed is nasty!
@@LisaGemini i live in a zombie world because of weed whatever form it comes in .
The way she was clicking that pen at 4:36 😂😂
😂😂😂😂
And the out of control plus her partner with the extinguisher. A MUCH NEEDED LAUGH.
Came here for this comment
This is the first time Ive ever heard this & this is the first time ive felt understood! Thank you! ❤️
I'm so glad to find this channel. I have adhd, as well as anxiety. My anxiety probably comes from both a mixture of adhd and childhood trauma.
Omg I've been waiting for a video with this topic. Got diagnosed with anxiety depresive disorder over 2 years now and it's really hard to find balance :c or the right medication. Thanks for doing this video it really helps me understand and validate myself.
Hi! Do u have still have bad anxiety and panic attacks or are u ok now?
@@readingwithandreea6718 hi!! I am feeling much fine than before, I belive I found a medication that works for me but still going through some symptoms. Thanks for asking!! Yall it can get better ♡
Firstly, I had to laugh at the pen clicking and the frantic flailing and "losing control" parts of this video! 😂😂😂 Love it!
Secondly, I'm one of the ones who's had anxiety since I was 4 years old, and after a long time of being worn down by that, as well as mild OCD, CPTSD and BPD, has also had persistent depression for over 10-15 years I think. It was fairly gradual in onset.
Zoloft, Lexapro, Effexor, Moclobemide...none really helps, and the fact stopping any of them abruptly results in no side effects may show that they actually aren't doing anything in the first place. Zoloft stops things from being worse, so I just keep taking that.
I have also been on Lamictal for about 3 months, but again, can't really notice much difference. If anything, I'm more apathetic, forgetful and unmotivated.
I strongly feel that if something could improve the anxiety, the depression would lift on its own.
I’ve heard other people say that as well. Sometimes it’s a tough call as to which is worse depression or anxiety. Yes depression can be very dark, but wicked anxiety can make you feel like the world is getting ready to end. You can’t just sleep through it. I wish we had some better solutions for anxiety when people can’t tolerate the antidepressants
@@DrTraceyMarks Thank you, Dr Tracey! I often feel sad that I sleep away half the day. I'm more relaxed at night and so tend to stay up until 2am-3am and then sleep until noon. I don't want to waste my life sleeping...sigh.
@@DrTraceyMarks Oh, and the anxiety is 100 x worse for me than the depression. Two specific things related to trying different medications have shown me that the anxiety is the source of the problem and not the depression.
1. Xanax relieves my anxiety almost completely (when it still worked, several years ago, when I first took it), and at the same time, I suddenly feel motivated to actually do things I've been putting off for months, I actually can be present in the moment and enjoy what I'm doing and not be distracted, and I have the desire to DO things again. The anhedonia that pushes me down all the time is gone. So...no anxiety = no depression.
2. When I tried Effexor, initially I was on 37.5mg for a month and my anxiety exploded horribly every 2-3 days. I felt SO restricted, and couldn't deal with doing anything. Didn't leave the house, just lay on the couch, bored and anxious all day, and feeling a total lack of motivation and desire. Very depressing.
It was the same feelings of darkness and impending dread, fear and doom that I always have but majorly amplified. And although it was a highly unpleasant experience, it was useful as it showed me that anxiety = depression for me.
I actually don't know if I even have depression. I've been diagnosed many times as having it based on the scale of questions that's used, but so much of the depressive symptoms come directly from anxiety. So maybe I have "depressive anxiety" instead of "anxious depression", hence why no antidepressants work! 😩
@@DrTraceyMarks Why not give your gullible patients a refund.?
Dear Dr Marks, your work and videos are truly useful and inspiring, with crystal clear contents, an absolute jewel, thanks for sharing them.
Your channel came right at the perfect time. I was just starting to spiral and lo and behold I was your video! I somehow calmed down and feel optimistic
Dr. Marks I know anxiety and depression can go hand in hand but my question is.... Is both anxiety and depression more often genetic, hereditary or learned behaviors? Thank you in advance for any input.
Thank you for this. This may explain me fairly well and explain why I didn't feel better with antidepressants and felt more prone to anxiety and anger.
Keep trying diff doctors, adjusting meds until you get relief. You'll need to work with a psychiatrist who tries lots of medication combos and dosages. May be expensive at first, but then you only do maintenance with them, see someone else less $. It's priceless to have relief from those feelings, even if it's not perfection. Keep looking!!!!
@@yourbrokenoven That's great to hear! Talk to your doctor about what to expect, but if you're still feeling symptoms frequently, tell him. 2 things: 1. If I were you, I would get 1 more appt. w/ diff psych to see their opinion, but keep telling your guy how you feel and if he's responsive keep working w him. 2: Dk if you"re in therapy, but it's almost a must....I fought this but now believe it. Meds and talk are known to be significantly more effective than either alone. Hope this helps. It seems like you really want to feel better, so I'm betting you will! 🧸
@@yourbrokenoven Yeah, I know that one. Our best thinking got us here, need to trust the process. I loathe talk therapy but what's worse is where I'd be if I hadn't done so much of it. Go, see what happens, keep going. 😬 BTW, I had some mediocre therapists that didn't help much. If you don't feel that the person is on their game or gets you, or gives you enough feedback, etc. you can try someone else until you find a 'click'. You (we) only have so long to live, y'know.
Your work on this channel is so well-done and so helpful. Thank you and Happy New Year!
This video really put me at ease. Thank you for helping me understand myself and treatment better.
OMG when she said people sometimes feel as though their throat is closing up I couldn't believe it. One time when I was married to my emotionally, mentally and verbally abusive husband I suddenly began to experience this feeling that the muscles in my neck and throat were getting tighter and tighter over time. It got to the point where all I could eat was really soft food like scrambled eggs, mashed potato, creamy soup etc. If I tried to eat even french fries I would end up coughing up my food because I felt like I was going to choke. I went to the doctor who suspected it was "stress" but did some diagnostic tests anyway just to be sure, which all came back normal. She ended up putting me on Valium which helped enormously. I honestly had no idea that anxiety could cause such a drastic physical symptom. It was horrible.
I'm afraid ill do or say something that ill regret. Not able to trust myself. I'm always catastrophizing everything.
Then don't. It's a choice. Remember that as soon as you start doing it next time.
@@Larissa-of3qt you're right. My therapist just said this too me. Thanks 😊
This was incredibly informative for me. I wish my doctors had explained the reason for multiple antidepressants and antipsychotics they tried on me. I was finally diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and chronic depression and borderline personality disorder at age 29 after starting my medical nightmare at age 14.
Good morning Dr. Marks and thank you so much for sharing!! I wish I knew about before but just found your channel and I love your thorough and concise breakdown of all things "mental illness!! New subscriber, have a blessed day Dr. Marks, stay safe and well!!🤗🙏🏼🙏🏼
Yeah, having your eyes ready to burst crying all the timd but on top of that you have the "manly" reflex of preventing yourself from crying can lead to very very painful days.
I’ve had anxious depression, dysthymia my whole life. I’m ready to give up
Research different treatment options: Antidepressant/Antipsychotic Medication, Psychiatric Service Dog, Talk Therapy, ECT, TMS, Spravato, & Massage Therapy. Goodluck❤
Noooooooooooooo
One day at a Time: You have made it this far and that shows you are one strong person. I have to stay here until the end so you do too. You can and will get through this, I know exactly how you feel oh yes I do. Please do not give up.
@@dontaskdonttell_
Really? Psychiatric 🐕🦺 service dog? I would love any info you might have! Thank you!
@@krisquigley4497
Thank you. Very kind. I appreciate ur words 💗
Thank you so much for this video, it has helped me understand myself and what I am going through. In New Zealand at present we are in severe lockdown and I'm solo parenting 3 little kids as well as having anxious depression. Your video has helped me with clarity of how I am feeling and being open to several medications at once (with doc approval of course) and to not self medicate with things such as alcohol which is incredibly depressive the day after.
It sounds like you are on the right track. Please keep your head up and stay away from alcohol, it messes with the meds, not only your mood. Take care!
Dr. Marks. I have just started watching your videos. Your videos are very informative. I like that you have the script posted along with your video.
At 1:30 I can relate. There was a period of time where I'd be at work with tears pouring out my face continuing to do the work. It felt strange to be on the verge of scream crying (rather then the regular crying that I was already doing) with this happening I felt like it was something I needed to push through. Going through this has made me more sensitive to what my coworkers might be feeling. I no longer feel like scream crying at work I reached a place where I feel choked up alot but if I focus on the job at hand it helps. It makes me feel important to do well at my work and give it my all. I woke up with a rapid heart beat many mornings and had to gag and puke in the toilet and maybe cry some but it was important to not lay in that bed all day and get myself to where I needed to go. Prayer helped me. Positively helped me and hoping and imagining what life could be like if I just continued trying. Obviously I'm still not at that point where I want to be if I'm here on this video. I hope and want to still change. I want to be strong enough for this. Thank you doctor for your help. Knowing this helps me to know what to look out for so I can change it.
Bless. I went through hell myself. Feeling better, still not 💯 but memory of what happened can get me pretty shakey.
How are you feeling now?
Yes to prayer by the way ❤
In this society it's almost impossible to expect
....Great Mental Health
Thank you for this great video ! I’ve really learnt a lot on my own mental illness ! Be blessed and go on, Tracey ❤
By the way, I’m French 🇫🇷 😉
I think her explanation of this topic is very genuinely informative and people should share this piece of knowledge more often, however, I also see that her main message is recommending and/or potentially providing medication to treat all these mental instabilities we all face so I just want to give my opinion and say after dealing with anxiety and depression in 2020, I would not personally recommend any sort of medication but instead meditation and exercise to connect your body and mind along with learning what ingredients/chemicals we are absorbing into our body. Mind and body connectivity is so important in order for us to become more self aware and understand why we are the person we see in the mirror today, mainly deriving from thoughts of the past. It's important we all learn that our thoughts are coming from our subconscious mind and our subconscious mind is connected to our past memories. In summary, our thoughts are not real, they are just memories of us from the past, a past we cannot control, and a past that cannot, by any means, define who we are today.