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Depression
I feel my mother is suffering from major depression as she has turned out to be very
negative on all the issues and often speaks of dying or going somewhere
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Hello Practo User
I can understand your concern regarding your mother. Depression is a mood disorder wherein one might experience low mood, Disturbed sleep and lack of motivation to do daily chores. Depression usually takes some months to recover depending upon the severity and the person suffering from it. Depression can be treated with combination of medication and psychotherapy. Try to talk to your mother regarding her thoughts and feeling. Try spending quality time with her. Try engaging her in activities such yoga and meditation. It is advisable that you seek professional help from clinical psychologist for proper diagnosis and management of symptoms. You can also reach out to me through the practo app for further help and guidance.
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Consult a clinical psychologist
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Allow her to Share thoughts with someone she trusts, Practice deep breathing and engage in healthy routine.
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It is good that u seek help for ur Mother.
Consult psychologist or me immediately and seek for mental health management.
If ur mother need medication for depression and negative thoughts then u have to also consult Psychiatrist or homoeopathic doctor or me for help.
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Could be
Don't worry Consult someone for diagnosis and treatment option
Make a visit to psychiatrist
All the best
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Dr. Akshata Bhat
Consultation-Liaison Psychiatrist
8 yrs exp
Mumbai
Feeling low, having crying spells, sleep and appetite disturbances, and difficulty in concentration and attention are some of the signs of Depression. Consult a Psychiatrist for a detailed assessment. It is likely with medication and counselings the symptoms will improve. If she is feeling suicidal or hopeless consult a Psychiatrist immediately.
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Dr. Vandana Patidar
Psychiatrist
11 yrs exp
Jaipur
One should never ignore some one who speaks of wish of dying or feeling life a burden , abondoning onself .. these usually indicate a serious psychiatric issue.. you should talk to your mother regarding it and consult a psychiatrist
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don't ignore her.. she need you now the most
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