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I've been very depressed lately but it always seems to be so much worse when i first wake up in the morning. why is this?
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Diurnal Mood Var: It is not uncommon to have a particular rough spot and early morning is often true for folk with fairly severe depressions. Possible reasons include blood sugar low point, waking to darkness, inadequate or troubled sleep, demands to face daily schedule, etc. Keeping a bowl of hard candy on bed table to grab one before even arising might help. Talk with a doctor or therapist for more ideas.
Answered 10/23/2013
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Worse in am: Depression can worsen in the morning for a number of reasons including having low blood sugar due to lack of food on system, poor sleep patterns, hormone irregularities. Alcohol consumption can also cause increased sadness and melancholy.
Answered 10/24/2013
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