Is it normal to feel a sudden oncoming feeling of like apathy or negativity for like a week or two and then it goes away for a good while? This has happened to me for a while now and it never occurred to me that it might be abnormal. I just kinda "ride it out" and try to avoid indulging in negative news or content though sometimes I can't help it and end up consuming a spiral of tragic news and stuff whenever I feel this way.
First off "I AM NOT A DOCTOR", but I do see a "Manic Mechanic" (psychologist) at the VA Hospital every few months for depression, anxiety, and PTSD. I have those same feelings and have been diagnosed with depression or MDD, and I also have to limit my news time, and other things that weigh heavy on my mind, and feel like someone is sitting on my chest. I do take meds prescribed, and they are helping....I just hope that you seek help, and get an actual diagnosis and help. I may be an anonymous person, but I do care and know some of what you are going through. It does get better!!!! Even this site is helping me know that I am not alone.