【しんどい】うつ病で身体が動かない原因3つ【精神科医が解説】

A psychiatrist thoroughly explains "Three reasons why depression can cause physical immobility." #psychiatry #depression #physicalimmobility 0:05 (1) Introduction 0:27 (2) "Physical Immobility" in Depression 2:34 (3) Three Reasons Why Depression Can Cause Physical Immobility 2:42 ① Fatigue 4:30 ② Lack of Motivation 6:11 ③ Overthinking 8:15 (4) What to Do When You Can't Move 10:07 (5) Summary In addition to feeling depressed, depression often causes "physical immobility" due to fatigue and other factors. If the condition worsens, it can significantly affect daily life, so caution is required. A psychiatrist answers "Three reasons why depression can cause physical immobility" in 11 minutes. Featuring: Yuichiro Kasuga (Psychiatrist, Chairman of Heart Station Medical Corporation) Kokoro Clinic Kichijoji Station https://kokoro-kichijoji.com Fuchu Kokoro Clinic https://fuchu-kokoro.com Fuchu Counseling Room (Affiliated Counseling Room) https://fuchu-counseling.com Please subscribe to our channel:    / kokoroclinicchannel   ↓Click here for more details. (1) Introduction Depression may be best understood as a "disease that makes you feel depressed." However, in reality, in addition to the depression, "physical immobility" is also a common symptom. Immobility can have a significant impact on daily life, causing disruptions to work and daily life. This article will explain "3 Causes of Physical Immobility Due to Depression." (2) "Physical Immobility Due to Depression" First, let's briefly review depression. Depression is a mental illness characterized by feelings of depression, along with a variety of other symptoms such as anxiety. It's estimated that one in 16 people in Japan will suffer from depression at some point in their lifetime, making it a disease that many people can suffer from. It can have a wide-ranging impact not only on work but also on daily life. The main symptoms of depression include "mental symptoms" such as depression, decreased motivation, and increased anxiety. Secondary symptoms include "physical symptoms" such as insomnia, fatigue, and dizziness, which affect the autonomic nervous system. Finally, "behavioral changes" are easily noticeable, such as social withdrawal and decreased activity. Among these symptoms, "physical inactivity" is often the most noticeable. For example, you may find it difficult to get out of bed even after opening your eyes in the morning, or find it difficult to leave your room even when you previously did things easily. This can result in being unable to go to work, further reducing motivation due to inactivity, leading to chronic symptoms, or even preventing you from performing everyday activities, undermining the foundations of your life. (3) Three Causes of Physical Inactivity Due to Depression Let's look at three main causes of physical inactivity due to depression. 1. Fatigue The first cause is "fatigue." Your body feels as heavy as lead, making even slight movement difficult. Many people experience a constant, heavy weight that makes it difficult to move. Even if you can move, even the slightest activity quickly drains your energy. It's like the persistent fatigue you experience when you have a cold. The underlying underlying cause is fatigue, a common physical symptom of depression. Furthermore, the combination of other physical symptoms, such as headaches, dizziness, and stomach pain, can further intensify the fatigue and pain. When fatigue makes it difficult to move, everyday tasks like housework become difficult, disrupting your daily routine. This can create a vicious cycle in which fatigue and physical discomfort lead to continued worry about your health, further reducing your ability to move. Continuing poor health can lead to negative thinking and even giving up on recovery. ② Loss of Motivation The second cause is "loss of motivation." This can lead to a complete lack of motivation to be active, resulting in immobility. Even simple everyday tasks can feel like a chore, you lose interest in things you once enjoyed, and you no longer feel joy or pleasure in anything you do. The underlying cause is typical symptoms of depression, such as loss of motivation, loss of interest in things you once enjoyed, and anhedonia, a loss of pleasure or enjoyment. When loss of motivation leads to immobility, time just seems to pass aimlessly, and staying indoors becomes a habit, making it even more of a hassle to move. Eventually, you lose sight of your future prospects and often give up. ③ Overthinking The third cause is "overthinking." Intense depression can lead to repeated negative thoughts, which can then prevent you from moving. Typical examples include "rumination," which involves repeatedly dwelling on past failures and regrets; "anticipatory thinking," which involves constantly making negative predictions about future worries; and "catastrophic thinking," which involves treating minor failures as major setbacks and de...