I've been suffering this for a while now and just wanted to discuss with others who might have this problem.

Throughout the day I experience periods of complete lack of motivation. I do not want to do anything. People say I should find something I enjoy to break out of it, but that never works.

In these periods I can't even pick up a book to read. All I do is lie down in bed and stare at the walls.

Believe me I have tried doing things I enjoy, and even going out for walks, but it doesn't stop this happening. I've tried things like: cooking, spring cleaning, reading, playing a game, going for walks, drawing etc.

When I am feeling like this my mood is low, and agitated. They do progress into thoughts of self harm and suicide BUT I am in full control of those emotions and do not cross that line.

When I'm not in these moods I do all the things I enjoy, and am happy.

Help?