EMPTY MINDED!

[ThePimpernel]

The weirdest thing has been happening to me.

I simply stopped thinking.

I'm generally a pensive person, who enjoys a good mind-boggling puzzle. So this sudden empty-mindedness concerns me.

I can perform simple tasks (like writing this message), but I have a hard time doing more mentally strenuous tasks, especially those that require me to search through my memory. In the last week, I was only able to finish half of my test, and I struggled with my free response essays.

Also, I used to get headaches whenever I drink coffee. Now, I don't feel anything. In fact, I don't even get the normal headaches when I'm tired either.

One of the weirdest things is that, before this, I had a huge crush on a boy. I thought about him a lot (I'm sure you all know how these things go :) ). Then suddenly, I stopped. Completely.

Overall, I have a time analyzing information; my memory is foggy; and my emotions are dull (evidence that you feel with your brain NOT your heart!)

ADVICE PLEASE?!

[rowanwitch]

see your GP

if unhelpful ask for referral to neurologist.
If it had been slower onset depression might be a possibility but this seems too 'instant'

[society]

This may sound silly, but, perhaps you have a lot on your mind causing you to go blank.

[karenmac60]

I do find that when I'm stressed and have a lot on my plate my head suddenly turns into a sieve and I forget everything and can't concentrate. Maybe you should just try and relax and not worry about things so much.

[LoftyLottie]

In my own experience, An 'overdose' of stress over a long period of time can make you feel like this. Sort of empty and nonchalant. Almost as if your mind has switched off. You perhaps need a complete break somewhere to kick start you again!