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Depression
I am suffering from depression and anxiety. I am taking the medicines which the doctor prescribed me(nexito5 and clonazepam), doing the activities like reading books and being involved in exercises and I feel good now. But I am bit scared and I feel like taking medicines for this is not good. Can I just stop the medicines and take it only in my worst situation?
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Hi,
Don't stop medication abruptly.
Discuss your fears with your Psychiatrist.
Try psychotherapy (counselling, CBT, relaxation therapy, talk therapy etc) for better results.
Try these tips and techniques to over come low mood and Anxiety
1 Learn relaxation techniques like slow deep diaphragmatic breathing, progressive muscle relaxation technique
2. Practice yoga and meditation
3. Practice mindfulness
4. Regular physical exercise
5. Avoid excessive coffee or tea
6. Good balanced diet
7. Good night sleep
8. Quality family time
9. Good social network
10. Keep yourself occupied with work that you love
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All the best be happy 💐💐
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Seek help from mental health professional if the problem persists.
Health Tips
How you can treat sleep disturbances yourself
Insomnia usually gets better by changing your sleeping habits.
Do
go to bed and wake up at the same time every day – only go to bed when you feel tired
relax at least 1 hour before bed – for example, take a bath or read a book
make sure your bedroom is dark and quiet – use thick curtains, blinds, an eye mask or ear plugs
exercise regularly during the day
make sure your mattress, pillows and covers are comfortable
Don't
do not smoke or drink alcohol, tea or coffee at least 6 hours before going to bed
do not eat a big meal late at night
do not exercise at least 4 hours before bed
do not watch television or use devices right before going to bed – the bright light makes you more awake
do not nap during the day
do not drive when you feel sleepy
do not sleep in after a bad night's sleep – stick to your regular sleeping hours instead
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Hello....depression is just like any other medical condition where there are neurochemical changes in the brain ....medication will help to correct these changes ...they are not addictive ....u should follow up with ur psychiatrist regularly and don’t stop medication on ur own ....once u start feeling ok ur doctor will decide about the medication
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You need to be evaluated , You can contact me for further treatment.
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