So ever since I was about 11, I’ve experanced some weird things. My empathy has gone down the drain. When my friends are sad, I want to help, but I just can’t feel what they are feeling and I have no clue how to help. I don’t really experance emotion, but if you told somebody I know that I felt that way, they would say it’s not true because I laugh and cry a lot. I never really have a good day. So basically I have no empathy, little emotions, I’m never really happy, but never truly sad. I cry a lot, but I’ve always done that, ever since I was born. I don’t have depression. I’ve been tested two times. I have severe anxiety, but it’s way better than it was 2 years ago. I only have panic attacks approximately every one to two months. I haven’t really experanced anything traumatic other than a bad break up, but I felt this way before that. I know something is wrong but no one will believe me. Advise?
Have you tried talking to a counselor? You said that you have been tested twice for depression, did you talk about your lack of empathy to anyone back then? A friend of mine is quite similar. He laughs, cries sometimes, but has no visible empathy for anyone, not even his closest friends. He doesn't suffer from depression or anxiety and that's probably one of the resons he isn't bothered by this lack of empathy. You should seek a therapist, I apologise for not being of much help.
I’m currently seeing a therapist and the last time I brought it up, she just said It would go away eventually. I’m kinda scared to bring it up again.
You shouldn't be scared to talk to your therapist about something that is troubling you so deeply. If she does not take it seriously, could you change your therapist?
Okay, Can you talk to her about your lack of empathy next time? You should, since it is troubling you so much.
Oh, dude if she just blew you off then I would try and find another therapist. Though I don't really know your relationship with her, she could be great but her saying that is messed up. If you don't wanna change therapists then I agree with mychemromance99 you should try and talk with her about it again. But if she does blow you off again then maybe talk with your parents/guardians about switching to a different therapist.
Are you on antidepressants/anti-anxiety medication? In my experience it made me feel "emotionally numb" similar to what you describe. Good job advocating for yourself with your therapist!
Thanks! No I’m not on medication. I will be soon though for ADHD soon though. Could that have an effect?
I'm not sure about ADHD medications. I would just note any changes as you begin taking it and keep your doctor/parent up to date on how it's making you feel. Everyone reacts to medication different!
