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Possible that sadness weakens memory?

2019-12-08 07:09:53
I feel depression and loneliness weakens the memory. I also feel my retention power is reducing. What should I do?
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This is called  pseudo dementia. It is a part of depression. It is nothing but Forgetfullness due to decrease concentration levels  in depressive state hence I advice  you to get thyorid screening once and then visit a psychiatrist for antidepressants

Answered2019-12-10 09:03:47

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You might be suffering from depression. If its affecting you so much u need to be treated. Visit psychiatrist for evaluation and treatment.

Answered2019-12-09 01:11:44

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