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Old Nov 08, 2014, 08:52 AM
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Hello Wolfie17, welcome to Psych Central.

The emotional numbing you are describing is what I call, 'Robot mode' basically the brain protects you by going into a none feeling mode when you are overloaded. It is common with people who have depression and anxiety.

You have some good decisions being made above, yes you will get another dog and your decision to leave your boyfriend is a good thing. So you are making good decisions, just lacking the emotions right now.

It would be good to seek support through your doctor with regards to your anxiety.
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