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My mother is starting to get into depression again. She has had depression 3–4 times before. Now it seems like she is becoming depressed again, even though she does not have any major tension or problems. She starts worrying about getting depressed, and that itself increases her anxiety and tension.
She is not able to sleep for long — only about 3 hours of sleep. She does not talk much to anyone and does not laugh much. She just sits quietly and does not feel like doing anything. When she wakes up in the morning, she feels a tingling sensation in her head. She does not feel like cooking, eating much, or going outside.
High doses of medication do not suit her because she is slightly overweight, and higher doses make her feel more restless and uncomfortable.
What should we do? Please suggest some solutions.
I want to acknowledge how much courage it takes to voice these struggles. Often, we treat mental health as a matter of 'willpower,' but as a psychiatrist, I can tell you that what you are experiencing has a real biological and neurological basis.
Your brain, like any other organ, can sometimes struggle to maintain balance under stress. Seeking treatment isn't a sign of failure; it’s a proactive medical decision to regain your quality of life. We can work together to understand the 'why' behind these feelings and find a structured path back to your baseline. You don't have to navigate this alone.
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I understand that, as a caregiver, this must be a very challenging situation for you.
We need to know more about her medical history and the medications she has taken in the past. It would be best to consult a psychiatrist, either online or in person, for a proper evaluation. Without knowing which medications have already been tried and whether she has any other associated medical conditions, it is difficult to suggest specific treatment. However, there are good alternatives available. Medications such as sertraline, or in some cases a combination of an antidepressant with an antipsychotic, have been helpful in difficult-to-treat depression.
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A detailed assessment will help in deciding the most appropriate treatment plan.
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Since your mother has had depression before, these could be early signs of relapse. The reduced sleep, quietness, low interest in daily activities and fear of getting depressed again show that her mind is already under stress. Sometimes the worry about relapse itself increases anxiety and deepens symptoms, even without any major external problem.
Please do not ignore these changes. Early therapy along with a psychiatrist’s review of medication can prevent the episode from becoming severe. Structured routine, sleep correction and emotional support are very important right now. Take therapy. You can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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There are plenty of options for the symptoms you described including a combination of psychotherapy and medication. Pls consult a psychiatrist and provide support to your mother as family support has beneficial effect on an individual's mood.
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"Hi there, I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, but you’ve already taken the first brave step. I can guide you with a clear treatment plan tailored just for you, so you can feel better and regain control over your life. You can reach me directly on WhatsApp for quick support on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two."
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the picture you mentioned may be of unipolar depression, bipolar depression or psychosis negative symptoms. Any psychiatric illness needs personalised treatment and dose of medications. there are many medications which don't cause troublesome weight gain. also we can increase dose very slowly so we can come up with very low adequate dose. also we can try with single medication or two second being supportive.
weight gain may be of medical reason that also should be ruled out
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When someone has had previous episodes of depression, the mind can become very sensitive to early signs. Sometimes, the fear of “getting depressed again” itself increases anxiety and disturbs sleep, which can then trigger low mood. Early morning waking, reduced interest in activities, low appetite, and quiet withdrawal are common early features of a depressive phase.
The described tingling sensation in the head is often related to sleep disturbance or anxiety, rather than something dangerous. Since she has a past history, it is important to respond early rather than waiting for symptoms to worsen.
Next Steps
Helpful next steps may include:
- Scheduling a psychiatric review soon, especially to adjust medication carefully if high doses do not suit her
- Consulting a mental health professional, particularly a therapist, who can help her manage anticipatory anxiety about relapse and support mood recovery
- Prioritising sleep regulation, as improving sleep often reduces both anxiety and depressive symptoms
- Encouraging light daily activity, even short walks or simple household tasks, to prevent further withdrawal
- Maintaining gentle family engagement without pressure, so she does not feel isolated but also not overwhelmed
- Monitoring appetite and physical health, and ensuring regular meals and hydration
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Depression that is addressed early is usually easier to manage. With timely medical review and psychological support, symptoms can stabilise before they become severe again. To know more about this, you can always reach out for help to us at nine-five-two-two-five-five-five-seven-zero-three.
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Don't know what previous medications have been tried, and her other associated medical conditions. But there are good alternatives that can be tried, like sertraline or combination of antipsychotics with antidepressants have been helpful in difficult to treat depression cases.
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