Dibilitating drops in energy-anxiety?

Hi everyone,

I get random hits of severe fatigue/weakness that is only relieved by laying down. I don’t have any underlying medical issues that I know of, but have severe and diagnosed PTSD. Curious if any of you experience this symptom and how you deal with it when it arises?

Hi Faith,

I have had bouts of acute anxiety/panic attacks where I feel almost compelled to lay down. It is almost as if it's too much effort to keep my head upright. (hard to explain)

I believe it takes an extreme amount of energy to cope with anxiety, so I am no really surprised by this sensation.

Conversely, I have also been buzzing with energy after an attack...almost like a euphoric state...which could be from adrenaline, or even serotonin or dopamine coming back to good levels. So hormones/neurotransmitters could play a role in the energy level question as well.

Interesting topic, and I am curious what other will have to say as well!

S.C.