Post-COVID help needed. Does COVID induced depression exist?

[massakkali]

Hi

It's been 2 weeks since I've tested negative. Having been infected along with my aged parents (one being diabetic), it took a toll on us but all of us have recovered. However, I've never felt so dull in my life. I don't even enjoy playing with my cats whom I really really love same goes for my boyfriend. My sleep cycle is screwed. Can anyone else share their post-covid symptoms? 

I'm not sure if it's a treatment after effect or I'm a dull person to begin with. Took a lot of courage to post this online, any help/advise/suggestion is welcome.

Edited May 29, 2021 by massakkali

[starsocks]

idk if it has to do with actual the covid (it might, I'm no expert), but pandemic-related depression is very much a thing, and it'd make sense after going through something like that

I hope things get better OP 

[Your Biggest Fan]

First I just want to say I'm proud of you for posting asking for help. It can be really difficult (I know from experience), but you did it!

I haven't been diagnosed with Covid at this moment, but I can tell you that it has been confirmed people have developed mood disorders from having Covid-19. The article I've linked below has mentioned depression, anxiety and dementia as some disorders people have been experiencing.

1 in 5 People With Covid-19 Developed Mental Health Issues

Even if it's not from Covid I still think you should discuss whatever feelings of depression you might have with a professional. Covid might've not directly caused these feelings but allowed them to be uncovered. That's what happened to me when there was a medical emergency in my family. Once it was over dominoes started to fall.

[Nev Schulman]

There are people who are still suffering from side effects of covid despite no longer having it so it's not surprising.

I'd seek counselling 

[Shalnark]

I don't know if it's related to covid, but if you feel like you're suffering from depression schedule an appointment with a psychiatrist, it'll make your life easier in the long run. I've had depression for quite a few years and my quailty of life went up and I'm able to live a normal and enjoyable life after seeking treatment. The hardest part is coming to terms and finally take the step into starting treatment but it's for the best and if you are not ready to attend regularly therapy don't feel pressured into it. Sorry if it's not the specific answer you were looking for, I just wanted to give you some advice. Good luck to both you and your parents

[No1]

Covid effects can sometimes be felt months after infection, including mental ones. I don't know whether Covid can trigger depression, but it's a good thing that you're reaching out for help.  It helps to know that your body has been battered by the virus, and at this point, I would be very surprised to see anyone who takes the pandemic seriously not be mentally exhausted at this point; it's been a year and a half, after all. These circumstances coupled together could be a reason why you're feeling like this; it's been a traumatic experience, and the psycological shock from it takes times to process.

As others have suggested, seeking counseling would be of help, as well as getting constant physical checkups to see if it is after effects. All the best to you.

Edited May 29, 2021 by No1