Depression and adrenal fatigue 
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Is there any way that you could explain how adrenal fatigue could result in depression? Perhaps even how it effects brain chemistry?
I have just started working with Dorine and through the diet, no exercising, and destressing, I have been heart palpitation free for 3 weeks after having palpitations for 7 months straight. However, my body gets jittery on the vitamin C doses given so far so I have had to back off and cut the dose and retry with a dose that doesn't make me feel that way.
Lately, I have come to realize how bad my outlook on life is, and no matter what I do there is seemingly not much I can do to fix my mind set. I feel this could possibly be because of the adrenal fatigue mostly, and the fact that I can't go for a long run, get energy rushes listening to music, work hard for a goal. My whole life pushing my body and mind hard to achieve a goal is the #1 thing that made me happy, and I am guessing the lack of any ability to do this right now is the thing causing my depression
Info on me - I am 23, and got myself into stage 3c adrenal fatigue at such a young age through the use of caffeine every day, lack of sleep, and being obsessed with an online job that made a lot of money in college but took a lot of work (which I could do at any time of the day, which lead to lack of sleep, lack of any relaxation time), and trying to get great grades in college on top of all that, as well as driving 10 hours every other weekend for a long distance relationship of poor choice.
I know my body may never be the same, so I am trying to get a low stress job for lower pay in which I can enjoy life and not worry about things or push my body to the breaking point again.
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- Also Trick X Master
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This is a reply to # 1,644,988Also, does taking an ssri when you have adrenal fatigue make it impossible for the vitamin c and b supplements to repair you?
I am not taking an ssri, but I did take an ssri when I first had symptoms 18 months ago. I did feel great relief from my symptoms, except I noticed that when I exercised hard I would still get heart palpitations and was obviously not my 100% physical self. Although, it seemed as though the ssri had a positive effect on resting my adrenals? Or were they just sapping everything out of my adrenals and leaving me worse?
I only took the ssri for 4 months, then went off it and spent 4 months feeling great, then the adrenal fatigue and heart palpitation symptoms slowly started coming back.
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The antidepressant may have given your amygdala a break in some form, but that is going out on a long limb. Were you having panic attacks?
The amygdala is the part of your brain that controls the fight vs. flight response, triggering your adrenals to begin pumping out the cascade of stress hormones.
The SSRI wouldn't sap your adrenal reserve, I don't think, only stimulants will really do that.
You need to get your adrenal reserves built back up with forms of Vitamin C and the pantethine form of pantothenic acid that Lam recommends. I was Mr. Panic, and I'm restored.
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- Re: Depression and adrenal fatigue No Unicorns
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This is a reply to # 1,644,988Just being spazzed out and anxious all day long, for months on end, will make you depressed. Also, when you have AF, your body can't clear toxins, so they circulate in the body and brain...hence the term "brain fog."
"However, my body gets jittery on the vitamin C doses given so far so I have had to back off and cut the dose and retry with a dose that doesn't make me feel that way."
This means that your body is still a bit decompensated and can't clear the Vitamin C's byproducts and metabolites. Call Dorine and ask her what to do, i.e. cutting your dose. You can call them as many times as you need to, free of charge.
I'm 32, and after three months with Lam, my adrenals were restored. That's after a lifetime of stress. At 23, you'll be back to yourself in no time, and much the wiser. Always remember that in times of stress, just like in Wilson's book, your body needs Vitamin C and B-5. In fact, Google "Vitamin C" and "adrenal reserve" and see what comes up.- Re: Depression and adrenal fatigue Trick X Master
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This is a reply to # 1,645,262Thanks for your response noUnicorns! One thing that is scary is you never see success stories from adrenal fatigue. Thats why it is a curiousity of mine as to why you still post? Most cured people just go on and live happily. Either way, I am glad for your contribution!
Yes I was having panic attacks. I actually didn't sleep for 3 days before I got on the ssri because my body would feel like it got struck by a lightning bolt every time I finally felt like I was about to fall asleep. One of the worst experiences in my life.
Really the only reason I haven't gone back on an ssri is that it made me feel extremely depressed for 8 weeks, like I didn't care about living. After 8 weeks I started to feel happy and my body was very relaxed.
But I mean, come on, giving a drug for adrenal fatigue and depression treatment that makes people so depressed for up to 2 months that they become suicidal? Not worth it.Advertisement
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- Re: Depression and adrenal fatigue No Unicorns
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This is a reply to # 1,645,286But I mean, come on, giving a drug for adrenal fatigue and depression treatment that makes people so depressed for up to 2 months that they become suicidal? Not worth it.
>>> Mainstream doctors, for some reason, have erased from their memories the existence of the adrenal gland. In that same vein, they ignore other systems that are affected by the gland and misdiagnose other conditions caused by its malfunction.
When you tell them you're anxious or depressed, the only thing they know to do (sadly) is give you a pill. At that point, it may help your brain some, but if your body is out of whack and your adrenals are depleted, you're f***ed. We are really still in the dark ages.
If you have some scratch, I would consult Dr. Lam and get on the Vitamin C's and B-5. Get that adrenal reserve built back up, it shouldn't take long at all at your age. Then you can handle whatever other conditions the AF caused fairly easily.
- Re: Depression and adrenal fatigue No Unicorns
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This is a reply to # 1,645,286" Thats why it is a curiousity of mine as to why you still post?"
>>> I'm a nice guy.- Re: Depression and adrenal fatigue somewhatlucky
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This is a reply to # 1,645,306I know this post is old but heres my take. Unless youre dying of a heart attack, medical science is a huge let down. I use to think they knew everything and to take their word no matter what. Now i know different. They are people just like us, cocky arrogant people that may be having a bad day and dont really care to dive into your problem, just want to be done with you.
A majority of their profession is not to cure disease but to relieve symptoms....by putting harsh chemicals in you that give you more symptoms.
When i first came down with what i soon found out was AF, i had no idea what was going on. Every doctor i went to just prescribed antidepressants. I will never put that stuff in my body. Just like a limp is symptom of a broken leg, depression is a symptom of a physiological issue. You wouldnt treat a broken leg with a new pair of comfortable shoes.
But its hard to blame doctors wholly. They are a product of a system that is governed by health care and pharmaceuticals...one wanting the cheapest fastest option the other giving the first a deal on their drugs if they choose them.
As much as i know that if the billions of dollars put into drug testing went into natural therapy then many diseases would be cured, i dont want the greed and corruption to effect the supplements we need.
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