Posted by Roslynn on August 21, 2010, at 11:11:14
In reply to Re: Can a stressful event cause downward slip????? » Roslynn, posted by simcha on August 18, 2010, at 17:42:30
Thank you so much,I had a feeling there was something going on with my brain chemistry. Also, my sleep schedule had changed.
It's too bad we have to be so careful...I can't even go to a party without worrying how it will affect me.
Thanks again for your helpful response!
Roslynn
> I can tell you from my experience that yes, definitely, a stressful event can cause a downward slip. During stress you release major amounts of cortisol and stress can reduce seratonin, dopamine, and other neurotransmitters.
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> For me a stressful event can set off my depression especially if the stressful event doesn't completely metabolize. That is, sometimes a stressful event will stay with me for a while. If it does, then I'm having sustained stress and that's not good for my depression.
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> Also, changes in circadian rhythm such as a disruption in your sleep schedule can be depressogenic. I know that my chronic and persistant insomnia contributes to my depression.
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> I hope that helps.
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