Is it normal that i feel a sharp pain in my arms when get frustrated/depressed?

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For nearly half a year now i have been getting sharp pains in my arms(never both at the same time) when i either study for a test and i get frustrated from not understanding the topic, or i think depressing thoughts. It usually last for 10 sec. to 30 sec. The pain makes me wanting to smash things to ease the pain, but i never do it. It often happens in the evening when i sit by myself and think about things i could have done different. The thoughts is often about my "forever alone" situation, about that i want a loving relationship, but my extreme shyness is the reason for my lonelyness. I just want to know what the medical cause is, and if it is a normal condition for a teen. I suspect depression and stress, i have couldn't find any similar conditions online. I want to get rid of it, since it is a really painful experience both physically and mentally. Sorry if there are any spelling errors, i'm Norwegian. If it matters, i'm male.

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  • lachrymose
    10 years ago

    Wow, I thought I was the only one who gets this! When I have really sad/depressed thoughts, I get a sharp twinge down my left arm for a little while. Since it has been happening for years it doesn't bother me and I don't ever do anything about it. I think the best thing to do is just accept the feeling as a physical manifestation of your emotions and let it pass.

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  • Terence_the_viking
    10 years ago

    I think you need to seek professional medical help.

    Is there a DOCTOR in the house?

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  • Azakinu
    7 years ago

    The same happens to me but in my head, it is SERIOUSLY painful, and i feel like smashing my head into the wall.

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  • TheBassSlapper
    10 years ago

    Ok, I'm going to meassure my blood sugar soon to test for hypoglycemia. It might be that which makes me feel depressed, but it still doesn't explain the arm-thing. It might just be my built-up anger over the years which is trying to break loose.

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  • CornedBeefAndCabbage
    10 years ago

    It could be some form of anxiety. You should do some research on it. I know when I think about depressing things I get a dull ache in my arms and sometimes my chest.
    Either way, you need to see a doctor about it. They can refer you to someone who can help you.

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  • gummy_jr
    10 years ago

    I'm poking you with needles

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