What medical conditions can cause it? Medically, your dog might have some more reasons for staring at the door. // console.log('Changed ' + all_links.href); He knows your in the house. -ms-flex-direction: column-reverse; Canine Cognitive Dysfunction, simply known as Dog Dementia, is a common condition for senior dogs. How long is the duration? -ms-flex-pack: center; Besides, there are some other theories as well that can aid in solving this riddle. It may be why56% of people sleep with their pets. Never when manic, quite often when depressed. I'm down to 2.0mg and it feels like all I can/want to do is lay in bed and stare at the wall all day. position: absolute; His glassy eyed stare is freaky. when it gets really bad theres a weight on my shoulders and i cant movr amf i spend weeks/months in bed on my phone, watching tv, staring at the wall wondering what im doing all of this for. I hate my life. Good for your brain. } And yes, even these silly shadows can be the culprit of your dog's sudden interest in the wall. Spend time in nature Spending time in the great outdoors is vital for dogs as it is their natural habitat where they feel most comfortable. WebThis is a discussion on Staring at the wall within the Depression forums, part of the Depression Forums category; I have been unemployed for two years now. really. I don't know how to do anything. Does he seem withdrawn and not interested in his favorite activities anymore? //]]> So my point is, I feel your pain brother, we are of similar age too, but just be careful when you start tapering below 2MG, I was hoping to finish the 2MG within two months, but have realised I am going to glide this Airbus A380 slowly down over the next 140 days, trying to average .01MG per day. grid-template-columns: repeat(8, 1fr); Nutrient Deficiencies Other than that, your dog might be seeing, smelling, or hearing something, which you cannot. What Does It Mean When A Dog Stares At Nothing? Though each of these problems has symptoms of its own, staring at the door may be the common one among them. Dogs change for a reason. padding: 0; We also might regret all the time that we wasted staring at the blank wall, alone and trying to figure out in the circling of our thoughts the whys of our immobility, passivity and pain. I don't know what to tell u because I'm not a,psychiatrist. But, this obsession with a wall doesn't seem healthy. You can't do this for the rest of Because paying attention to someone else is so stressful. It is just easier to stare at something simple and plain than listen to some liberal prea If you notice your dog staring at the wall, first of all, do not panic. Press J to jump to the feed. Depression Fallout Message Board. Not sure if I've experienced the same thing you have, but have been told by friends and family of catatonic episodes of which I have no memory. height: 100%; } Head pressing in dogs is only a symptom of forebrain disease. .wpsp-align .wp-show-posts-inner { } flex: 1; 15 ways to leave the prison of depression Next Post .all sorts of remarkable things happened 4th Promise of Depressed Anonymous. border-color: inherit; They can still function in life, for the most part.But being able to get through the day doesnt mean its easy. /* Add wpsp-card class to WPSP List shortcode wrapper */ background-color: #ffffff; A lot of mirrors and depression sad crying student walking en ontdek vergelijkbare video's op Adobe Stock. If your dog keeps staring at the wall, there might be some medical reasons such as Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) or seizures behind it. .navigation-search.nav-search-active { How to Stop a Dog from Excessive, Nuisance Barking. My worst symptom is the 24/7 Tinnitus. People who suffer from depression often lay quietly, staring .generate-columns-container article .inside-article img, .wp-show-posts-image img { Depending on the diagnosis, behavioral therapy can help your dog return to what it always used to be. We should also note that staring at walls is very different from head pressing against the wall, which is a much more serious warning sign about your dogs health. height: 6px; A dog that presses its head against the wall may suffer from a disease of the forebrain, a disorder of the brain. Are you spending less time together? So he might sit next to the wall and stare at it if the voice is coming from that direction. Sometimes, dogs just can't help itthey could be the weirdest yet cutest goofballs. Many of us have lived with guilt, shame and regret for our past. I literally felt no emotions at all, i couldnt even be bothered to move my head. As a few posters mentioned, its defiinitely a recognizable spacing out but not catatonia.in deep DP. This change in behavior will often happen when something changes in your dogs life. Read: You've noticed your dog's nose to be excessively hard or crusty, or maybe the dog's paw pads seem unusually sensitive or have a hard A ringworm infection is a parasitic infection that can befall your dog. } Get your dog to the nearest emergency veterinary hospital immediately if you see your dog pressing its head against a wall. bottom: 120px !important; Although a possibility of serious medical issues exists, it is equally possible that there is nothing serious. // console.log('ignore ' + all_links.href); Resultantly, they try to engage themselves in whatever thing or deed they find fascinating, be it staring at a person or small creatures like ants, rodents, or termites. CD can impair: your ability to think clearly. .wpsp-align .wp-show-posts-image { } -ms-flex: 1; Are they getting less exercise? display: flex; /* WPSP Card Styling */ } Dogs with CSD can appear disoriented, lost in familiar settings. padding: 15px 0; This pressure can be caused by a variety of problems including: If your dog is suffering from one of these serious conditions, you will probably also notice other worrying symptoms. @2020 - LabradorTrainingHQ.com. } transition: 0.3s all ease; I was unable to smile or laugh. Dogs with dementia may forget their training. Sounds to me like some sort of meditation, basically focusing on a certain object and essentially turning off all inner chatter. Meditation could It's likely that he is doing it in a part of the house that I have to walk through deliberately. Its Your First Night With A New Puppy, What Should You Do? .right-sidebar #primary { // console.log('force ' + all_links.href); The answer to that question is basically that it depends. The dog may want to go outside to go to the bathroom, but then seems to forget why he is there. But what if your dog isnt head pressing the wall, its just staring relentlessly? I wont go into specifics about my issues, cause honestly, does it even matter? All rights reserved. Starting Seeds with Cactus Mix: Challenges and Tips for Optimal Results, Using cactus mix for seed starting is an interesting idea, but it has its own set of challenges. Often an environmental change is the root cause of a behavioral change. @media (min-width: 769px) { 3. but it's gotten bad, and at this moment, I think I want to die. probably not. In fact, this drug is no longer available for human use due to the risk of stroke. Not only does the dog not recognize its people, but it may not fail to respond to its name, even if you know it can still hear. -webkit-box-orient: vertical; .relpost-block-single{ All Right Reserved. understanding of computer programming however I had been hoping to start my If they have little habits like walking in circles before they sit or sleeping on the bathroom floor, these are likely to be consistent as well. If this sort of activity is appealing or comforting to you, you are probably overworked or incredibly stressed. You might want to think about takin transition: 0.3s all ease; But before you panic, try to observe first what other signs your dog has apart from the wall-staring. width: 100%; padding: 0; Here are the few possible reasons why your dog stares at a wall: Unfortunately, our furry friends may suffer several cognitive issues as they become senior, the most common ones being dementia and Alzheimers disease. Share your experience with the community in the comments section below. margin: 0 30px; In addition to this, dogs also have the sixth sense they get the gut feeling when something is not right. I just wanted to close my eyes and sleep until all of the symptoms were all done. I hope that things have improved since then. } If your dog is staring at the wall, there are various possible reasons, ranging from dementia to dog depression. They say that when having a panic attack or feeling stressed, you are to focus on an object and stare at it until you feel the stress disappear so Btw, did you ever experience Tinnitus, if so did it go away? } .generate-columns-container article .entry-header, .wp-show-posts-entry-header { They would probably much rather play with you than continue their observation. -webkit-box-sizing: border-box; If you suspect something is wrong with your dogs health then contact your veterinarian immediately. Dogs can have a tendency to develop compulsive behavior, especially if they are bored or under-stimulated. } They could get overly excited when you go to take them out for a walk, or even when you just return home after a long period. When I'm very depressed (like, in the suicidal range) i sometimes sit for hours just staring at the wall. Does it stare into space, seemingly without looking at anything or facing an empty surface? But whether you're the sort of fella who believes in the paranormal or not, it's still best to first rule out any medical reasons that may be causing your dog to stare blankly at a wall. If your dog sits facing the wall day after day, it may be suffering from depression. On a good day, I have focus and mental clarity. .post-image { if (!document.links) { Is it rumination that is the issue, and not day-dreaming, or losing track of the time? WebPerhaps if you suffer from panic attacks, sitting and focusing on looking at the wall is a calming mechanism. Kidding aside, there could be a lot of reasons why your dog is suddenly taking interest in your otherwise boring wall. } However, I did have to slow down my cut size, I was doing .25MG cuts above 2MG, then I did .15MG below 2MG, got unexpectedly hammered by symptoms when I cut .15MG from 1.8 to 1.65MG. Medicines, including the types of antidepressants used to help people, also lift the spirits of dogs. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. . Some examples of these are licking or picking on their skin, barking, pacing back and forth, and yes, even staring at a specific spot like a wall. Staring at walls is part of their disorientation, and will probably be accompanied by related symptoms such as circling, walking into things, and occasionally getting stuck when all they need to do is back out to free themselves. max-width: calc(100% - 300px); .relpost-block-single:hover{ } It could be that they are actually staring at something that you cant see but they can hear or smell. -webkit-transform: scale(1.1); padding: 5% 8%; At the time, Wall was a backup with the Los Angeles Clippers after being bought out by the Rockets during the 2022 offseason. font-size: 0.8em !Important; box-shadow: 0 0 0 1px #d6dade; } Wish I didn't have to walk through there to get to the kitchen. Check your surroundingif you're seeing other indicators of pest infestation, you may want to immediately call the pest control company for further inspection and treatment. ( 'Changed ' + all_links.href ) ; the answer to that question is basically that depends! 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