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Originally Posted by Desiree2006
Also I have a personal problem. If I am depressed for over a week and am not able to carry out my daily routine but lie in bed all day long, I get impatient and hopeless. Is it normal to have setbacks where the depression increases so much that brushing teeth and taking showers also seem too much work? But then the depression lifts and normalcy returns?
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This is normal for depression and very frustrating and draining. I liken it to trying to run in waist high molasses. I find self care nearly impossible when I'm severely depressed.