https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/anhedonia-burn-out-feeling-flat/m-p/500506#M41106 Hi All,<BR /> In recent weeks I have developed a lack of feelings towards things I used to find particularly enjoyable- Sport, Music Food etc.<BR /> This follows a period of approx. 2 months of sudden Insomnia and poor sleeping, Anxiety/ racing thoughts, Dizziness and boredom with work, the insomnia continues to today.<BR /> I have had significant periods of high stress in the past but have always found enjoyment in the above-mentioned activities until now. These periods usually pass and things improve. I have been researching and believe perhaps I may have a case of Anhedonia? I still function day to day i.e. - gym, relationship and work etc. however this recent " flat" feeling has been quite confronting.<BR /> I don’t feel particularly angry or sad regarding the situation just flat which is odd as I would much prefer to be angry and than at least I would be expressing some emotion!<BR /> I’m interested to see if anyone can shed any light on this perhaps from their own experience? I recently purchased some medication to help bolster Dopamine and Serotonin and I thought maybe I have burnt my self out but I am very open to any other ideas that anyone may have.<BR /> I really appreciate any help on this J<BR /> Kind Regards, Thu, 08 Aug 2019 05:54:00 GMT seekinganswers1 2019-08-08T05:54:00Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/anhedonia-burn-out-feeling-flat/m-p/500506#M41106 Hi All,<BR /> In recent weeks I have developed a lack of feelings towards things I used to find particularly enjoyable- Sport, Music Food etc.<BR /> This follows a period of approx. 2 months of sudden Insomnia and poor sleeping, Anxiety/ racing thoughts, Dizziness and boredom with work, the insomnia continues to today.<BR /> I have had significant periods of high stress in the past but have always found enjoyment in the above-mentioned activities until now. These periods usually pass and things improve. I have been researching and believe perhaps I may have a case of Anhedonia? I still function day to day i.e. - gym, relationship and work etc. however this recent " flat" feeling has been quite confronting.<BR /> I don’t feel particularly angry or sad regarding the situation just flat which is odd as I would much prefer to be angry and than at least I would be expressing some emotion!<BR /> I’m interested to see if anyone can shed any light on this perhaps from their own experience? I recently purchased some medication to help bolster Dopamine and Serotonin and I thought maybe I have burnt my self out but I am very open to any other ideas that anyone may have.<BR /> I really appreciate any help on this J<BR /> Kind Regards, Thu, 08 Aug 2019 05:54:00 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/anhedonia-burn-out-feeling-flat/m-p/500506#M41106 seekinganswers1 2019-08-08T05:54:00Z https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/anhedonia-burn-out-feeling-flat/m-p/500507#M41107 <P>Hi, welcome</P> <P>It is doubtful you'll get much information specifically to do with those issues here. On a general scale though, you are showing signs for concern base don my experience with depression and anxiety.</P> <P>Of course a GP visit would put your mind at ease. A proper diagnosis is crucial with anything to do with mental health. In the meantime examine your diet, even the weather can play a part and consider areas like relationships and employment as being factors because our minds work in mysterious ways where our subconscious plays tricks on us.</P> <P>I hope you find out what is going on. Repost anytime.</P> <P>TonyWK</P> Thu, 08 Aug 2019 22:47:49 GMT https://forums.beyondblue.org.au/t5/anxiety/anhedonia-burn-out-feeling-flat/m-p/500507#M41107 white knight 2019-08-08T22:47:49Z