Is cabin fever real?

It is mostly a psychological state of feeling restless when cooped up inside, not a medical fever. Don't trust random internet blogs that sell weird cures or herbs for it. If you are feeling severely anxious or depressed, verify it with a mental health professional.

It is 100% real, especially when you are locked in the house with a crying baby and working 12 hours a day. I start talking to my house plants just to feel some connection. Step outside for even ten minutes, or you will lose your mind like me.

I ignored my extreme restlessness and anxiety during the lockdown, thinking it was just cabin fever, but it eventually turned into severe clinical depression. Please don't ignore it if you feel constantly low. Reaching out to a doctor or counselor early can save you from bigger complications.

Our minds can feel trapped when we stay in one place for too long. Cabin fever is just the mind's way of asking for fresh air and sunlight. Try to sit near a window, practice simple breathing, and connect with nature to bring back your inner peace.