Andy, that's anxiety and is the cause of most depression in people. We all go through the same symptoms at one point or another but it's the level and degree that's way out of whack. I'm a very productive and successful person and always have been but before I got help and was in a down cycle, I would not get out of bed for days and even go to work. I was very productive otherwise but I still suffered from it and wouldn't call people back for months. I would stare at things I was supposed to do and just not be able to do it for some unknown reason. I just couldn't do it. Someone close to me had gone through depression and said that I should see someone about it because he thought I was. I knew it but always thought that if I just tried a little harder, I wouldn't get like this again. That's why I finally got help and have been more than fine for years.
He put in all this time and effort to play in the league so when I hear about his actions, I've seen this many times. It isn't like the guy is a troublemaker. Something more is going on and it seems that the doctor agrees.
I don't know for sure what he's going through but when someone who has things going for them still feels like crawling into a hole and pouring dirt over themselves, depression is usually the reason. Anxiety is the trigger.
Anyway, I've shared enough. Have a good one.
<LI class=body>Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” mood <LI class=body>Feelings of hopelessness, pessimism <LI class=body>Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, helplessness <LI class=body>Loss of interest or pleasure in hobbies and activities that were once enjoyed, including sex <LI class=body>Decreased energy, fatigue, being “slowed down” <LI class=body>Difficulty concentrating, remembering, making decisions <LI class=body>Trouble sleeping, early-morning awakening, or oversleeping <LI class=body>Appetite and/or weight changes <LI class=body>Thoughts of death or suicide, or suicide attempts <LI class=body>Restlessness, irritability <LI class=body>Persistent physical symptoms, such as headaches, digestive disorders, and chronic pain, which do not respond to routine treatment