I am usually braindead until I force myself to socialize

[The_Skeptic]

And then it seems as if my neurotransmitters magically kick into action, allowing me to function like a somewhat normal person.

But the problem is, I live alone and I work from home and I spend the whole day unable to function. The simplest tasks like taking a shower and getting out into the real world to do whatever I need to do are nearly impossible.

I can't even function by phone or do the assignments that I need to do from home.

When I used to work in an office, I enjoyed the social aspect of work, but I hated the rigidity of having to come into work every day at a certain time.

So I started my own business where I could work in my underwear if I wanted. But the problem is, I am unable to do so.

It's like I'm brain dead. I have this continuous fog in my brain that doesn't even allow me to do the tasks even when I try to do so. But when I am forced into a social situation, it's like my cortisol or neurotransmitters or whatever kicks into action and allows me to think and function much more clearer.

I have ADHD, hypothyroidism, hypogonadism, hypopituitarism and adrenal fatigue. A recent neurotransmitter/adrenal test showed that I am lacking in almost everything.

I would like to be able to wake up and do my work, but it really is impossible. Hours go by where I don't do shit. And if have to be somewhere, I wait until the last minute to get ready and leave my home, which means I am chronically late.

Once I arrive at my destination, I am able to function somewhat, laughing, joking, putting up a front that I am normal, when I know damn well I am far from normal.

Why can't I get my brain to function without the social stimulant?

[noneotherthan]

Those are classic signs of depression. Think about it. There's no way neurotransmitters can magically "kick in" in a social context.

I can 100% guarantee it is depression by the way you just described it. I was in a similar situation myself not long ago (and now that it's wintertime I find myself in again.. ugh).

Are you single?

[The_Skeptic]

Originally Posted by noneotherthan

Those are classic signs of depression. Think about it. There's no way neurotransmitters can magically "kick in" in a social context.

I can 100% guarantee it is depression by the way you just described it. I was in a similar situation myself not long ago (and now that it's wintertime I find myself in again.. ugh).

Are you single?

I agree that it is depression and I just started Wellbutrin today. My doctor told me to start at 150 mg a day, then move up to 300 mg a day after one week.

I didn't notice any difference today as I started Wellbutrin. If anything, my symptoms were worse.

I am single.

[dcguy4u]

I know a sure shot way to get peace in my mind .

Vipassana Meditation Website

[The_Skeptic]

It's just so hard for me to get into meditation type of programs. Especially when I am alone. I do believe it would work, but half the battle is actually doing it.

It's like working out. It does help relieve symptoms of depression, but when you're depressed, you have no energy to work out.

[noneotherthan]

I started Wellbutrin this year as summer started. I had the best summer of my life. Unfortunately the wellbutrin started pooping out on me in October. Nothing works for me in the winter.

I am still taking 300mg of the XL. If you don't feel anything (anxiety or shakes) then STAY on it. That means its working. It's very subtle but you'll gradually start noticing a huge difference if you pay attention.

[pmgamer18]

Well you just described me I have been like this for the last 23 yrs it was just 2yrs. ago I found out I am Hypopitiutary. Now I am treating not only my low testostreone but also my low Cortisol, Thyroid and Aldosterone. Still I felt better but a lot of fatigue and short of breath. Looking deeper I found my Ferritin iron levels were below normal. Now after 6 weeks on Iron pills I am doing 100%.

What are you treating and how.

Originally Posted by The_Skeptic

And then it seems as if my neurotransmitters magically kick into action, allowing me to function like a somewhat normal person.

But the problem is, I live alone and I work from home and I spend the whole day unable to function. The simplest tasks like taking a shower and getting out into the real world to do whatever I need to do are nearly impossible.

I can't even function by phone or do the assignments that I need to do from home.

When I used to work in an office, I enjoyed the social aspect of work, but I hated the rigidity of having to come into work every day at a certain time.

So I started my own business where I could work in my underwear if I wanted. But the problem is, I am unable to do so.

It's like I'm brain dead. I have this continuous fog in my brain that doesn't even allow me to do the tasks even when I try to do so. But when I am forced into a social situation, it's like my cortisol or neurotransmitters or whatever kicks into action and allows me to think and function much more clearer.

I have ADHD, hypothyroidism, hypogonadism, hypopituitarism and adrenal fatigue. A recent neurotransmitter/adrenal test showed that I am lacking in almost everything.

I would like to be able to wake up and do my work, but it really is impossible. Hours go by where I don't do shit. And if have to be somewhere, I wait until the last minute to get ready and leave my home, which means I am chronically late.

Once I arrive at my destination, I am able to function somewhat, laughing, joking, putting up a front that I am normal, when I know damn well I am far from normal.

Why can't I get my brain to function without the social stimulant?

[eeso]

When I was on TRT I became extremely spaced out. Big reason why I came off it.

Now I've found I'm slightly hypothyroid and slightly weak adrenals which I'm treating first before attempting any sort of TRT. Treating adrenals and thyroid has helped a tonne with clearing brainfog and being more outgoing.

[Grimnuruk]

Originally Posted by The_Skeptic

And then it seems as if my neurotransmitters magically kick into action, allowing me to function like a somewhat normal person.

But the problem is, I live alone and I work from home and I spend the whole day unable to function. The simplest tasks like taking a shower and getting out into the real world to do whatever I need to do are nearly impossible.

I can't even function by phone or do the assignments that I need to do from home.

When I used to work in an office, I enjoyed the social aspect of work, but I hated the rigidity of having to come into work every day at a certain time.

So I started my own business where I could work in my underwear if I wanted. But the problem is, I am unable to do so.

It's like I'm brain dead. I have this continuous fog in my brain that doesn't even allow me to do the tasks even when I try to do so. But when I am forced into a social situation, it's like my cortisol or neurotransmitters or whatever kicks into action and allows me to think and function much more clearer.

I have ADHD, hypothyroidism, hypogonadism, hypopituitarism and adrenal fatigue. A recent neurotransmitter/adrenal test showed that I am lacking in almost everything.

I would like to be able to wake up and do my work, but it really is impossible. Hours go by where I don't do shit. And if have to be somewhere, I wait until the last minute to get ready and leave my home, which means I am chronically late.

Once I arrive at my destination, I am able to function somewhat, laughing, joking, putting up a front that I am normal, when I know damn well I am far from normal.

Why can't I get my brain to function without the social stimulant?

I'm the same way. I am anti-social by nature but actually have found that I require some interaction or I go way down on my functioning. It is a constant battle to get enough to keep my function in order. The last thing I want to do when I've got brain fog, crushing myofascial pain, neck and back aches, etc., is to talk with people but I did read somewhere that those who socialize more actually heal faster (might have been in Sapolsky's "Why Zebras don't get Ulcers"), experience less pain, depression, etc.. Certainly Testosterone changes due to social interaction so why wouldn't other "feel" good chemicals as well...