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Excessive thinking and rumination can worsen melancholic symptoms from "summary" of The Anatomy of Melancholy ... The Sixth Edition, Corrected and Augmented by the Author. [By R. Burton.] by Robert BURTON (Author of “The Anatomy of Melancholy.”.)

It is a widely acknowledged truth that excessive thinking and rumination have the potential to exacerbate the symptoms of melancholy. When an individual allows themselves to dwell on negative thoughts and feelings, they inadvertently deepen their sense of despair and hopelessness. This continual cycle of overthinking can create a feedback loop that intensifies melancholic tendencies. The act of ruminating on one's troubles can lead to a heightened state of emotional distress. As the mind fixates on perceived failures, disappointments, and anxieties, the individual may find themselves consumed by a sense of despair th...
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    The Anatomy of Melancholy ... The Sixth Edition, Corrected and Augmented by the Author. [By R. Burton.]

    Robert BURTON (Author of “The Anatomy of Melancholy.”.)

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