Is it normal to sometimes start crying uncontrollably for absolutely no reason?

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It only happens once every 1 -2 years, but it can happen a little more often. It happens when I'm super stressed about things, (i.e. big project, performance coming up, too much work, not enough sleep) but then it's explainable. Sometimes, I'm having a totally normal day and then something really tiny happens, like someone a only sort of know is rude to me. This isn't usually a problem because I usually brush it off because I don't care, but then I all of a sudden need to cry and can't really stop myself. I can normally excuse myself from public before it happens though (Thank goodness). I then spend the next 1 - 2 hours crying my eyes out. And I don't even really feel sad! Is this anywhere in the realm of normality, or do I need help with it? (Sorry for the long description.)

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  • WhiteStallion
    9 years ago

    Hormones? The occasional cry can help you feel better and gain perspective into what you need to do. You should channel that emotion into action to try and improve your life.

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  • DangerousPotatoGuy
    9 years ago

    I used to have someone that told me that you should not be ashamed to cry, like its actually a good thing.

    In your case, I guess you have grow thicker skin, maybe think of something totally unrelated to your problem. Heck, laugh hysterically if you can :D

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      9 years ago

      The thing is, there usually IS no problem. No reason to start crying, and that's what bothers me. Normally, I'm the kind of person that doesn't really care what other people say, and that just makes the whole circumstance stranger.

      But thank you for your input. I'll certainly try laughing next time; I haven't tried that yet.

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      • Ellenna
        9 years ago

        I must've misunderstood, I thought it happened when you felt overwhelmed by issues in yr life - do you mean you feel overwhelmed from time to time for no reason?

        Could be hormonal linked to menstrual cycle? I wouldn't worry about it unless it's seriously affecting your relationships or your study/work. A good cry is always ok, the more you worry about these episodes the longer they'll probably last.

        I've found I get thru (now occasional) times of depression much faster if I just say to myself something like "Oh bugger here it is again, oh well it'll pass" and stay calm and gentle with myself.

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        • Anonymous Post Author
          9 years ago

          Sometimes there is an issue that has me feel overwhelmed, but there are others that happen for no reason. The ones without reason are the only ones I'm really concerned about since I do know about the stress relieving qualities of a good cry. I sincerely doubt that menstruation has much to do with it; hormones are the more likely culprit.

          Though I do find it pretty amusing that we both have the same basic thought when sadness rears it's ugly head.

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          • Ellenna
            9 years ago

            Now I'm really confused - I don't get your distinction between the menstrual cycle and hormones? It's all connected and the menstrual cycle is surely all about hormones?

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            • Anonymous Post Author
              9 years ago

              Yea, the menstrual cycle is all for screwing around with hormones, but mine doesn't have an affect of whenever I get overwhelmed. Therefore, normal hormones.

              Or possibly neither.

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  • [email protected]
    9 years ago

    What you described is one of the symptoms of depression.If it gets worse,then plse ask for professional help.

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    • Ellenna
      9 years ago

      Surely something that only happens ever 1-2 years can't be labelled as depression? Or do you mean there's an underlying depression?

      I really find the instant diagnoses some IIN people give on here totally ridiculous and sometimes dangerous

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    • Anonymous Post Author
      9 years ago

      I've thought about it, and I know some symptoms are similar, but it happens rarely. And I'm usually not even feeling that sad, just overwhelmed. Nevertheless, I thank you for your advice. I'll be sure to contact someone if it does get worse.

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      • Ellenna
        9 years ago

        It might help if you keep a look out for the signs of moving towards being overwhelmed - eg, mood swings, tired for no reason, whatever, different for different people and then do something about whatever is about to overwhelm you.

        Mindfulness Meditation is good because you become more aware of yourself

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