Not recoveredBoth symptoms clearreddit.com/r/Anxiety2026-10-12

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Author: u/tamaikhe_daam

“it feels as though my mind's switch is turned off most of the time ... I can't generate a thought even when I'm actively trying to ... I often feel numb, as though there's very little happening internally”

Cause: Not clearly stated; writer describes ADHD, depression and extreme social anxiety, and has been on methylphenidate, mood stabilizers and antidepressants for six months.
Duration: Five or six years by the writer's estimate.
Recovery notes: Still struggling after six months of medication; rare periods where thoughts flow freely. Not medical advice.
Source URL: https://www.reddit.com/r/Anxiety/comments/1x3vz2r/

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