Some examples of psycho-emotional states, behaviour and ailments caused by an overload of the mind of the Second Brain:
■ indecision
■ forgetfulness
■ repetitive thoughts
■ repetitive behaviour / actions
■ mood swings
■ insatiable hunger
■ lack of appetite
■ diminished sexual desire / compulsive sexual desire
■ eyesight or hearing problems
■ frequent guilt feelings
■ frequent irritability / rage
■ hypersensitivity towards everyday situations
■ indifference towards people or things
■ constant state of agitation or anxiety
■ altered perception of reality
■ gastro-intestinal troubles, irritable bowel syndrome, stomach cramps, diarrhea, constipation
■ chronic headaches
■ sweaty hands/feet
■ trembling hands/legs
■ feeling of insecurity /extreme shyness
■ need for strong emotions
■ need to avoid emotions
■ compulsive spending / buying
■ compulsive saving / keeping things
For a more complete list, refer to the Chapter called “Psychological disorders and distress” on page 225 of the book You, Me and Second Brain Psychology by Armando Ingegnieri.