When emotions go off the rails, it may be a soul cold .

Mondo Science Updated on 2024-03-06

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Reporter Chai Xin Correspondent Yi Daiwei Sun Xiuzhen.

In the ordinary and ever-changing daily life, each of us is like a constant movie, sometimes bright and cheerful, sometimes dark and dull. This fluctuation of emotions is normal, it is our natural response to external environmental stimuli. Most of the time, our emotions are kept in a relatively stable range, neither too excited nor too depressed. However, when emotions deviate from this equilibrium for a long time and frequently touch extremes, it is necessary to be vigilant, as this may indicate the emergence of mood disorders, also known as "soul colds".

Mood disorders are a broad concept that encompasses a variety of mood disorders, the most well-known of which is depression. People with depression will feel extreme sadness, hopelessness, and helplessness for a long time, as if they are shrouded in a thick layer of darkness, and they cannot see any hope and joy in life. In addition to depression, dysthymic disorder and bipolar disorder are also important types of mood disorders, which are characterized by persistent low mood and periodic mood swings, respectively.

Mr. Zhou's story provides us with a window into mood disorders. In the past, he was the envy of many people: he graduated from a prestigious university, had a successful career, and had a happy family. However, just in the recent year, Mr. Zhou's life has quietly changed. He began to feel unreasonably tired, his mood became low, and he often had trouble sleeping at night. These seemingly small changes have gradually eroded his life and work. Faced with the sudden pressure of work and family changes, Mr. Zhou felt more and more powerless, and his anxiety was like a mess in his heart. Eventually, under the blow of his father's illness, Mr. Zhou's psychological defense completely collapsed and he was diagnosed with depression.

In the face of depression such a "spiritual cold", what should we do?First of all, mental ** is a very important method. By building a trusting and safe relationship with a professional psychologist, patients can gradually open up their hearts and share their feelings and experiences. Psychologists will use scientific knowledge and techniques to help patients recognize and understand their emotional problems, and learn to cope with life's difficulties and challenges in a positive way.

In addition to psychology, medication is also an integral part of depression. Depending on the patient's specific symptoms and physical condition, the doctor will prescribe appropriate medications. These drugs can help patients regulate the neuroendocrine system, improve mood state, and relieve depressive symptoms. It is important to note that the medication** must be administered under the guidance of a doctor, and patients cannot increase or decrease the dosage of the drug or change the way of taking the drug on their own.

In addition, physical ** such as transcranial magnetic stimulation, TCM acupuncture, massage, etc. can also be used as auxiliary means of depression**. These methods can help patients relax, relieve tension and stress, and facilitate the process. Of course, proper physical activity is also very important. Exercise can release endorphins and other pleasurable hormones in the body, improve the emotional state, and enhance the body's immunity.

The key to preventing a "cold in the mind" is to pay attention to your emotional changes. We should learn to listen to our inner voice, and detect and deal with the signs of bad emotions in time. When you feel too stressed or have difficulty controlling your emotions, you may wish to seek support and help from friends and family, or relax by listening, reading, traveling, etc. If you find that your emotional problems persist and cannot be relieved, you should seek medical help from a medical professional. Remember, maintaining an optimistic attitude towards life is the best way to ward off the "heart cold**. Let's face every challenge and trouble in life with a positive attitude!

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