[35F] Experiencing intense anger and emotional distress

What might be happening

Based on the symptoms you've described, it's possible that you may be experiencing:

• Major Depressive Disorder: This is a mental health disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, lack of interest in activities, and difficulty dealing with daily tasks. The feelings of anger and frustration, lack of motivation, and thoughts of self-harm you've described are common symptoms.

  • Treatment typically involves a combination of medication, psychotherapy (talk therapy), and lifestyle changes.

• Adjustment Disorder: This is a type of stress-related mental health disorder. You may respond to a stressful event with strong emotions and symptoms such as sadness, frustration, and feelings of anger that you've described.

  • Treatment usually involves psychotherapy, medications, or both.

• Bipolar Disorder: This is a mental health condition that causes extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). The constant hunger and anger you've described could be related to a manic episode.

  • Treatment is usually lifelong and often involves a combination of medications and psychotherapy.

What you can do

It's important that you reach out to a healthcare professional who can provide a formal diagnosis and treatment plan. Here are some steps you can take:

1. Seek immediate help if you're considering self-harm. If you're in the U.S., you can reach the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or use the Crisis Text Line by texting HOME to 741741.
2. Schedule an appointment with a mental health professional, such as a psychiatrist or psychologist. They can provide a formal diagnosis and discuss treatment options with you.
3. Reach out to supportive friends, family members, or a support group. They can provide emotional support and help you navigate the process of seeking professional help.
4. Try to maintain a regular sleep schedule, eat a healthy diet, and engage in regular physical activity. These lifestyle changes can help improve your mood and energy levels.

What you should look out for

Please seek immediate help if:

• Your feelings of anger and sadness intensify
• You're unable to perform daily tasks
• You have thoughts of suicide or self-harm

Remember, it's important to reach out to a healthcare professional who can provide a formal diagnosis and treatment plan.