Indecisiveness

About the Symptom

Not having the ability to make decisions quickly and effectively.

When to See a Doctor

Seek professional care if you experience any of the following symptoms

• Suicidal thought
• Palpitation
• Difficulty breathing / breathlessness
• Decrease in sleeping desire
• Recent weight loss

Possible Causes

Generally, Indecisiveness can be related to:

• Depression

  Depression is a mental illness that leads to low mood, reduced energy levels, and changes in sleep. This affects everyday activities like attending school and work. As the condition worsens, patients might have suicidal thoughts. Although stress and past trauma can cause depression, it can take time to identify and address causes, and genetic factors may also be at play.

• Adjustment Disorder

  A psychological disorder, often with low mood and anxiety. It is triggered by a sudden change in life circumstances, e.g. divorce or losing a job.

• Bipolar Disorder

  A disorder marked by extreme and persistent shifts in mood that last for weeks to months, from periods of sustained depression to periods of elevated mood and euphoria. The precise cause is unclear, but genetic and environmental factors contribute.

• Sleep Disorder
• Sleep Apnea Syndrome
• Alzheimer's Disease
• Anxiety
• Hyperventilation Syndrome / Panic Attacks
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder

Doctor's Diagnostic Questions

Your doctor may ask these questions to check for this symptom:

• Do you struggle with making decisions or completing tasks efficiently?

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