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Is it normal to randomly stop caring about someone?

Asked by viainfested (435points) August 11th, 2010

I’ve been seeing my boyfriend for a little over a year, a couple weeks ago we went on a trip to see a concert. Everything was fine minus him forgetting a few things here and there. Once we got back home, he came and visited me at work the next day since I wasn’t busy. Everything was fine until out of nowhere I became super paranoid and accused him of hiding something/cheating on me. Since then I’ve been really bummed out about everything, my life in general and just don’t really care about anything anymore. I have been experiencing a lot of anxiety the past couple months at my job, and I’ve felt down about stuff… but not this bad.

I’m currently seeking out professional help, but from a regular person’s perspective, is this normal?

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momnipotence's avatar

I’d say seeking professional help is probably a good start. I think everyone gets down sometimes and sometimes a little extra help is needed.

hiphiphopflipflapflop's avatar

“I’ve been really bummed out about everything, my life in general and just don’t really care about anything anymore.”

If that doesn’t sound like depression, I don’t know what would. You are correct to be seeking professional help about this.

anartist's avatar

Is it random to stop caring about someone? Or is there an underlying cause that you really know if you will only face it?

SamIAm's avatar

it’s called being in a rut and it’s totally fine (as long as you’re not super depressed)!!! when it rains, it pours… and sometimes you just need to feel sad and to just feel your emotions in general. professional help is great, maybe keep a diary. don’t sweat it too much unless you think it’s getting more serious. it will pass with time. :)

also, sometimes when the feelings aren’t “there” for someone, it’s easier to just stop caring.

Vincent_Lloyd's avatar

okay I may be sorta young,but I think it’s normal to get randomly..uhm protective? of your boyfriend. Since I know, you wouldn’t want anyone to steal him away from you. I mean I know most people would probably get paranoid by the guy seeing another girl. I would get like that for sure. But I do think getting professional help is a great start coming from view.

ava's avatar

I dunno…it seems to me you have a couple different things going on. Having a hard time at work is the worst because whether we like it or not, it is our home away from home. The boyfriend thing is upsetting too…and I am NOT saying that he is cheating, but we do get these thoughts from somewhere…perhaps he isn’t paying enough attention to you? I think you do sound depressed, but I think those things could and would depress anyone. You sound pretty normal to me!

viainfested's avatar

@Samantha Rae Yeah… I think I just let everything build up and it took one more thing to send me over the edge. I just don’t feel like doing anything anymore, and waking up still tired regardless of how much sleep I get… is really starting to take a toll on me…

TommyGun's avatar

I wouldn’t say you’re depressive, you’re a bit stressed out and the stress has obviously gotten to you. Try to get your stuff together, talk to your boyfriend and straight things out. By the way, brain stops producing the enzyme which make feel you’re in love after 2 years, so don’t worry about he lack of ’‘care’’, it’s important to believe that love is still there and you’ll feel it again, just a matter of time. Oh, and I don’t think you need pro help, talk to your friends, let the ones who are close to you help you,

SamIAm's avatar

@viainfested : i was there a few weeks ago (and i think i’m starting to feel it coming back on) ... it will pass. definitely be open with your therapist or whatever professional you’re speaking with. PM me if you need anything.

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