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What if the mother suddenly bursts into tears and doesn't want anyone to come near her? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

Today, my mom suddenly stopped sleeping and eating. She won't let anyone get close to her and has been crying all day. Her friends and family are with her all the time, but whenever we try to talk to her, she breaks down. We've been talking for two hours straight, and it feels like we've talked about all the grievances she's had since she was little. She also says things we don't understand. There's no way to control her emotions anymore. She doesn't want to go to sleep and is always hyper. She doesn't want to go to the psychologist. What should we do?

Angus Leo Bennett Angus Leo Bennett A total of 5275 people have been helped

If I may suggest, perhaps a hug from you to the host would be beneficial.

I'm not sure of the age of the host mother, but could you please clarify whether this happened suddenly or is this a one-off situation? Was there any kind of stimulus before this incident?

If I might make a suggestion, it would be to go to the doctor for a detailed diagnosis to rule out physical causes.

As children, we can contribute to the situation by:

1. Companionship.

If I might make a suggestion, accompanying is a way of declaring eternal love. For whatever reason, it would be beneficial to first accompany your mother well and do a good job of reassuring her.

It would be beneficial to accompany someone not just in their actions, but also in their thoughts. When a mother has settled down, it might be helpful to talk to her about her thoughts, try to understand them, and enter into her mind.

From a psychological perspective, it can be said that the personality of an elderly person is composed of the id, ego, and superego. The three "I's" can be understood as follows: "the id is the primitive person," "the ego is the realistic person," and "the superego is the moral person."

Normally, the three "I"s are in a state of coordination and balance. However, with the natural aging process, the "ego" characteristic of the personality of the elderly may gradually become more prominent, which could potentially manifest as a change in personality that disregards moral standards and social norms of behavior, and instead may result in actions that are driven by personal desires.

In cases where the id is prominent, the elderly person may display behaviors that are reminiscent of a child, seeking attention and affection through unconventional means.

2. Care

Caring is not just about saying kind words. There are many other ways to show care and compassion.

2-1. It would be greatly beneficial to the elderly in your life, whether they live with you or separately, to show them meticulous attention. Greeting them daily and adjusting their attire according to the weather would be a wonderful way to show your care.

2-2. It may be beneficial to consider a diet that is low in sugar, with small meals, a focus on coarse grains, and a varied diet of vegetables and meat, particularly for the elderly.

2-3. Consider ways to enrich the spiritual world. You might, for instance, accompany the elderly in choosing a social activity or hobby that they can participate in within their abilities.

It would be beneficial to consider ways of enriching their lives in their old age. One such way could be to explore activities such as senior universities, calligraphy, painting, and other social activities or hobbies.

3. Health

It is often said that having an elderly person in the family is like having a treasure. It is certainly a blessing for the whole family to have an elderly person in good health. It may be helpful to have regular medical check-ups.

You might consider incorporating some fitness exercises into your routine, such as Tai Chi.

I apologize for the slight digression, but I believe this is something that all children can do.

I hope you are well.

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Timothy Kennedy Timothy Kennedy A total of 4640 people have been helped

Hello.

Has she ever been like this before? What happened?

A person's emotions are affected by a series of events. Look at the most important events that your mother has experienced in recent years.

If your mother breaks down when you talk, don't talk for a while. Stay with her.

Hug her, stroke her back, or take her for a walk. Keep talking, but just be there for her.

Show her you understand, accept, and empathize by listening and telling her you love her. Hug her while you do this.

This may calm your mother down.

If she doesn't want to eat, don't force her. After reassuring her, try again to see if she wants to eat.

Is she willing to drink water? If so, that would be best. Drinking water helps stabilize emotions.

You and your family are worried about your mother. She doesn't want to see a psychologist, so the family can try to comfort her using the methods mentioned above. When she is ready to seek psychological counseling, take her there.

I wish my mother good health. I love you, the world.

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Sabrina Sabrina A total of 5982 people have been helped

My dear, I can see that you are worried about your mother. This situation is so sudden and emotions-constant-complaining-what-to-do-13091.html" target="_blank">overwhelming. I'm here for you, and I'm sending you a big hug! Let's explore it together, okay?

1. It's possible that in a particular situation, she triggered a bad memory from the past. It's also possible that her unmet needs have been suppressed and unrecognized. Once they are vented, she cannot control them and must pour out all her grievances. The best way to deal with this is to accompany her and listen. See if she can feel better after talking it out.

2. She's having a tough time controlling her emotions and doesn't want to sleep. She's always so excited! If this is just a short-lived thing, you can keep an eye on her and be on the lookout. She might not be able to get to the hospital in her highly excited state. You can listen to what she's saying and try to empathize with her to see if it will calm her down.

3. If she keeps talking about the difficulties she faced as a child and there's no one in her generation or among her elders who can relate to her experiences and support her in a way that feels comfortable, let her know that you're there for her and that you've heard her.

4. If your mom is in the hospital for a long time, you might be worried about her condition getting worse or her waking up. If this happens, it's important to call the doctor right away so they can help her.

I hope this is helpful for you! Thanks so much.

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Jonah Reed Jonah Reed A total of 1355 people have been helped

Hello.

I understand how you feel. Your mother has suddenly become like this, and she doesn't agree to go to the doctor. As a child, you must have been very anxious and worried.

1. Has this ever happened to your mother? What happened before she stopped sleeping, eating, and letting people get close to her?

Does the mother have a family history of mental illness or depression?

2. "I just kept talking for two hours, feeling like I had told everyone about my childhood grievances. I also said some things that they didn't understand." If you say things that they don't understand, you should pay attention to this. It's best to take her to the psychiatric department for a check-up as soon as possible, or perhaps to the mental health center for an assessment and diagnosis first, because if she appears to be hyperactive, not sleeping or eating, and has been crying all day, she is unable to control her own state, which means that she has an emotional disorder.

A person who cries for days on end when sad is likely suffering from a manic state, which is common in mood disorders. This is a mental illness.

Mood disorders also include depression, which causes pain, sadness, and self-blame.

Some mood disorders are caused by damage to the brain. Patients with emotional vulnerability usually cry, get excited, or become agitated. This is a mental disorder.

Irritability is also common in organic brain disorders. It can cause strong emotional reactions, such as anger or rage.

3. Is it bipolar disorder? You need to see a specialist.

Has your mother ever been depressed? Many people suffer from depression nowadays.

Depression and mania alternate. Mania prevents depression, while depression prevents mania.

A bi-directional disorder has alternating episodes of high and low mood. A manic episode is usually manifested as a very high mood with racing thoughts. The main manifestation is a very fast speech rate and a constant stream of words.

His behavior is excited. When he is depressed, he is sad and his behavior slows down.

Thinking slows down.

For the mother's health, calm her down, keep her company, then take her to a professional hospital for assessment and diagnosis. I hope this helps.

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Penelope Thompson Penelope Thompson A total of 3379 people have been helped

Hello!

Given your mother's condition, you may be feeling scared, anxious, and worried. Take a moment to hug yourself!

First, try to stay calm and think clearly.

First of all, I hope you can stay calm in this emergency because it's hard to think clearly when we're stressed. Our problem-solving abilities will suffer, so the more urgent and difficult the situation, the more we need to learn to stay calm and think clearly so we can cope better.

Find out what's going on and why, and then come up with a targeted response.

Take a look at what's causing this and what's going on at a deeper level. How's she usually feeling mentally and physically? Has she had any traumatic experiences in the past, and have any sudden irritating factors popped up recently?

Once you've figured out these issues, you can come up with a targeted strategy and find a way to connect with your mother. The only way to make a difference is to get through to her.

The mother may have been depressed for a long time, which is why she's eager to talk. You can listen patiently, and listening is a great way to support her. Try to calm her emotions. For now, don't push her to do anything, just go with her feelings. Emotions come and go. Wait until she's feeling a bit calmer, then talk to her again. This might help. At this time, suggest she see a doctor for an exam and diagnosis or to talk to a psychologist. If her condition persists, you can still refer her to a doctor.

Give her your support and company.

Even with medication and psychological counseling, family members can also provide a lot of support and companionship.

There's probably a good reason for your mother's current state of mind, and it's likely to continue for some time. You need to be patient with her. If you can find someone to listen to her, they can help her slowly feel the care and encouragement of her family. When seeking medical treatment and medication, encourage her to continue taking it regularly, to slowly help her reduce depression, release emotions, and increase self-confidence.

While you're taking care of your mother, don't forget to take care of yourself, too. I hope you're well!

I hope Hongyu's reply helps you out. Thanks for asking!

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Luna Grace Kelley Luna Grace Kelley A total of 5217 people have been helped

Hello, question asker! I'm Evan.

I'm so grateful for your answer!

From what the questioner shared, it seems like her mother has been going through a rough patch. She's suddenly stopped sleeping and eating, seems to be pushing people away, and even bursts into tears at the slightest thing. It's so hard for the questioner to see her mom like this and she's reached out to us for help. I just want to give the questioner a big pat on the back for being such a caring child.

If your mom is having a tough time and doesn't want to be around people, it's okay to give her some space. You can still be there for her, though. Come sit with her and give her a warm hug. Let her know you're there for her, even if she doesn't want to talk. She might just need someone to listen.

It's totally normal for the mother to be excited. It could be a sign that she's experiencing some problems and wants to vent her emotions. At this time, as a family member, it's really important to give her tolerance. When her emotions subside, she'll be able to calm down and return to normal. Since the question was asked on a platform, it's not possible to have an in-depth discussion about the question asked by the questioner. But I'd love to give the questioner some suggestions about the situation with the questioner's mother:

It's best to steer clear of anything that might set off the mother's emotions.

It's so important to find out what things or events can trigger her emotions. Try to avoid or put them away so that she doesn't associate them with bad feelings. And don't forget to listen to her and accept her emotions!

If the mother is crying, give her a warm hug. She might be remembering something sad. You can also help her by guiding her to talk about her emotional changes, whether she has experienced something, and what caused her to change.

Is she open to some extra love and support from her family? Give her a big hug and let her know you're there for her. When she's ready, she'll be able to talk things through and gradually release her emotions.

Let's help our dear mother adjust her emotions.

Now that the mother's emotions are all over the place, it's time for the questioner and his family to step in and help her find her way. If, through listening or some conversation, the mother's emotions remain in an unstable state, the questioner can try playing some light music at home that has a stabilizing effect on emotions.

In addition to music, some food or aromatherapy can also be really helpful in soothing emotions. The questioner can search for specific music or aromatherapy on Baidu. Generally, peaceful music has a similar effect. At the same time, it's a great idea to see if the mother has any close sisters or friends. You can also invite them to visit the questioner's mother and let them talk to each other, which can also have a wonderful emotional adjustment effect. However, you should also try to get the mother's consent as much as possible.

Let's try to distract the mother!

If your mom is feeling down, it's important to remember that you and your family can help her feel better. One way to do this is by encouraging her to do something she enjoys. For instance, if you can't get her to forget about something, why not invite her to enjoy a meal she loves or do something she's always enjoyed doing?

It's so important to remember that the mother doesn't need to fight and suppress her negative thoughts. In fact, the more she does that, the stronger they will become. So, it's really helpful to quickly find something else to do to distract her.

For example, you could try doing some competitive sports, running, or activities that require you to concentrate. Activities that use both hands and feet can also be very effective!

It would be really helpful for you to find out what's causing these negative emotions.

It would be really helpful for us to understand what makes the mother of the questioner feel negative emotions. To do this, we'll need to carefully search for and perceive what exactly affects the mother's reaction, and record them on paper.

It would be really helpful to find out what makes the mother of the questioner feel negative emotions, and to figure out what the root cause of the negative emotions is. For example, it might be stress in life, or comparisons with others.

It's so important to understand what's causing these negative emotions. Once we know that, we can come up with a plan to help the mother cope with her situation.

I'm here to help!

I really think you should look for some professional psychological treatment.

If you feel like you can't change your mom's situation, and even with all these methods, it's still the same, you can always look for a professional counselor. I think behavioral therapy could really help.

Behavioral therapy can help to reduce the link between those obsessive thoughts and the things that trigger them. It can also help to shift the way your mother thinks, which I know is important to you.

I really hope my answer helps the questioner!

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Arabella Davis A well - educated and well - rounded person is a kaleidoscope, showing different patterns of knowledge with every turn.

I can see how worried and helpless you must be feeling right now. It's really tough when someone we love is in such distress. Have you considered gently suggesting a visit to a general practitioner first? Sometimes, physical health issues can manifest as emotional symptoms, and ruling out any medical causes might be a good starting point.

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Sadie Miller Growth is a process of learning to see the growth that comes from being more responsible for our own growth.

It sounds like your mom is going through an incredibly hard time, and it's understandable that you're all feeling overwhelmed. Maybe creating a calm and safe space for her could help. Try playing some soothing music or dimming the lights; sometimes small changes in the environment can have a calming effect.

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Phyllis Anderson Teachers are the architects of the future.

Your mom seems to be experiencing a lot of pain and may not know how to express it. Perhaps writing down her thoughts and feelings could provide her with an outlet. You could offer her a journal and encourage her to write whenever she feels the urge, which might help her process her emotions at her own pace.

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Howard Jackson Hard work and diligence are the twin pillars of accomplishment.

It's important to take care of yourself too during this challenging time. Supporting someone who is struggling emotionally can be draining. Make sure you're also reaching out for support, whether it's talking to friends, family, or even a counselor. Your wellbeing matters as well.

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Finley Knight Learning is the process by which we transform information into wisdom.

It's heartbreaking to see your mom in this state, but remember that patience and presence are powerful forms of support. Even if she doesn't want to talk, just being there quietly with her can make a difference. Sometimes, people need to go through their emotions before they're ready to accept more direct help.

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