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Are there phases of depression?

mal66
mal66
I use to feel so extremely sad to the point of constantly crying to now feeling so much rage, frustration, and anger to the point where I am self annialating myself (i.e.like punching myself in the head repeatedly and hitting myself with objects); I've gone from having self pity to extreme self hate...
deleted_user
deleted_user
mal66 - This is so unhealthy. Do you have a therapist you see or a doctor? Please let them know right away what you are doing so they can help you plan how to avoid it. I'm so sorry you're hurting. Please don't hurt yourself further. You don't deserve it. hugs
mal66
mal66
kuehlc,
Although the self-injury has happened, it's not a regular occurance only on extreme outbursts but I do feel a lot of rage on a regular (day to day) basis...
deleted_user
deleted_user
I see. I have struggled with rage in my dreams but not in my waking state. I do think there are different facets to depression that present themselves in many different ways. Rage, anger, hostility, irritability, fatigue, etc. can all be symptoms of depression. I hope you can find some comfort in knowing that you're not alone. And I hope you can find some release for your rage. Still, no hurting yourself! :)
ZAZAS
ZAZAS
Try hitting your pillows instead of your head. I think we all have rage at sometime or other. Or, maybe you are misdiagnosed. You may be bipolar. I do. I have my extreme lows and high highs. Please see your pdoc or therapist and find out about this.
deleted_user
deleted_user
I go through the exact same behavioural shifts. From crying at everything and wondering why nobody loves me(boofuckinghoo) to getting into fights, being arrested and cutting myself . Really extreme mood and behaviour changes. I also go through phases of extreme self-righteousness and egotism. Very bizarre.

You are definately not alone with these feelings. I don't have much helpful advise, though!