Recovering from a viral infection can leave individuals feeling physically better yet emotionally drained due to lingering immune molecules like cytokines that affect brain chemistry. Symptoms may include fatigue and a low mood. Self-care strategies such as adequate sleep, gradual physical activity, and a healthy diet are crucial for recovery. It's essential to permit oneself time to heal and seek professional assistance if depressive symptoms persist, reinforcing that these feelings are not a personal failing but a consequence of the body’s immune response.
Whenever I recover from being sick, I notice a lag-sometimes lasting days-between feeling physically better and fully regaining both my energy and my mood.
Sleep is important. Sleep long and deeply at night, as long as you need to, and take naps during the day whenever you feel your energy lagging.
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