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Jamie2
post Oct 14 2009, 10:27 PM
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I seem to have an intense problem with concentration when I get depressed, it is hard to think clearly and to focus. I will also get a headache and I might start to blurt out words and things if the problem bothering me is completely out of my control. So besides medication what can I do to control my concentration problem?
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post Oct 15 2009, 04:14 AM
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Hi Jamie

This is very common with depression.
Perhaps you would like to have a look into some herbal tea's or vitamins, like vitamin B, fish oils, and ginseng, if you do not want to go on the med route.

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post Oct 15 2009, 05:12 AM
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I find it helps to break it up into 2 to 5 minute blocks, like if it's reading or watching videos- set a kitchen timer or beeping stopwatch. Then take a break for about 5 mins and do it again. It's not exactly efficient, but it's better than nothing. Takes a little time, though for it to start working. Short term, B12 helps, if you have trouble will interacting with other and on-the-job.
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post Oct 15 2009, 12:32 PM
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Thank You this is really helpful information.
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post Oct 16 2009, 09:40 PM
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Hi Jamie,

It's not uncommon for people who suffer depression to have problems with concentration, it happens a lot while we go through episodes of depression. Having a few minute of time out would help, also if you have the time when you feel that you are going to blurt something out that you would rather not then maybe you could walk out of the room for a minute and then go back into the room and calmly try talking about what is bothering you, also maybe writing things down that are bothering you may help. As soon as you feel this coming on then try to use some of the methods that have been suggested and see what works for you best.


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post Oct 16 2009, 10:34 PM
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When this sort of thing happens to me, I try to slow down my pace. It's hard to do, as I get anxious, too, and I start trying to do things more quickly than I can and messing up as a result. But I find that if I can slow down and move at a more deliberate pace, then that helps.


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post Oct 17 2009, 01:03 PM
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Hi Jamie2
Concentration was and is difficult for me as well when depression hits me big time.
I usually go for a walk and take deep breaths to help circulate more energy through out my body. I also make a soymilk drink blended with fruits, dash of cayenne, lots of cinnamon and a teaspoon of spirulina- looks unappettizing but tastes great!
Don't know if this will help but a suggestion.
Take care and Peace out
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