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Depression
I'm unsure if I have depression or just having depressed moments. Have been feeling this for very long, but unsure whether i need to check on this.
Looking up online - but that's never useful.
I'm not sure how to proceed with this or should I just ignore this.
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They way we don't ignore ouur physical health similarly we should not ignore our mental health.
If something is bothering you that needs to be addressed by a doctor.
You need a detailed psychological evaluation to rule out your condition.
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Visit both a Psychiatrist and Clinical Psychologist.
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Maintain a dairy of your thoughts and emotions in relation to your thoughts. It will help in your intervention.
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These are following symptoms
Mood: anxiety, apathy, general discontent, guilt, hopelessness, loss of interest, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, mood swings, or sadness
Sleep: early awakening, excess sleepiness, insomnia, or restless sleep
Whole body: excessive hunger, fatigue, loss of appetite, or restlessness
Behavioural: agitation, excessive crying, irritability, or social isolation
Cognitive: lack of concentration, slowness in activity, or thoughts of suicide
Weight: weight gain or weight loss
Also common: poor appetite or repeatedly going over thoughts
To begin with take a counseling session for evaluation and diagnosis
Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling
All the best
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Hello madam. My warm greetings to you. Whatever it may be, if it is concerning you, my best advice would be to go for proper evaluation with the professionals. If you are hesitant, try doing patient health questionnaire - self reporting scale to screen depression. If you are screened positive for depression of any degree, pls don't hesitate further.
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Meet a psychiatrist if she is screened positive for depression
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Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help here. If you notice it's a long term disturbance bothering your day-to-day routines and when you are in doubts, don't hesitate to take a professional help.
Even if this is a depression, no worries. It's just like any other physical illness and can be treated through counseling session and few lifestyle changes or therapy. Take a counseling support to assess your suitation and symptoms in details.
Feel free to reach out to me directly or online through Practo for further detailed evaluation and suitable recommendation that you can follow practically to overcome this problem. Be positive. You will be alright soon.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
Seek a professional support to understand yourself better.
Consult a psychologist.
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You can reach me for further details.
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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 counseling the symptoms will improve. If you are feeling suicidal or hopeless consult a Psychiatrist immediately.
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Dr. Arjit Gaurav
Sexologist
12 yrs exp
Gandhinagar
I agree with dr gopinath
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