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Mental abilities declined
I am 25 male
I have memory loss,lack of concentration,
difficulty processing or thinking quickly, comprehension problems,for last 6 years.
I am feeling low ,evening time ,have lost interest in studies,and cannot concentrate, remember,have slow thinking ,so studies suffering. I am mostly at home and lost friends,feel alone and carrier is affected.
I have taken almost all antidepressants but not improved. What is happening to me?
Is there permanent brain damage or retardation.?
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Feeling sad, down, or discouraged are natural emotions that happen when difficulties or troubles occur in our lives. Depression is different from a regular down mood, because it lasts longer and feels stronger or different from typical sadness. Sometimes it is a feeling of emptiness, lack of feeling or being irritable, cranky and easily angered.
Depression affects more than just mood. It drains the energy, motivation, and concentration a person needs for normal living. It interferes with the ability to notice or enjoy the good things in life. Depression can make a person see things much more negatively than they really are and can lead to discouragement, despair, hopelessness, or suicidal thoughts. Sleep and appetite can also change during a period of depression.
Depression isn’t a condition people can “snap out of,” or simply “cheer up” from. It’s a real medical condition that can affect a person’s life in every manner if it’s not treated properly.For proper treatment, it’s recommended that a psychiatrist or psychologist perform a psychological evaluation, asking you a series of questions about their moods, behaviors, and thoughts.
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Treatment for depression might include talk therapy, medication, or a combination of both. Usually it takes a few weeks for the treatment to start working, so it is important to be patient and stick with it.
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Depression will get better with the proper care and attention over time, so even though the depressed person might feel very bad at times, it is important to remember that things can get better.
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It seems like depressive phase. Need to investigate further
I believe you should discuss your concerns in detail with a mental health professional to gain an insight about nature of problem and ways to overcome it through psychotheraputic techniques
Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling
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Hello.
What you have mentioned does come under the symptoms of depression, however it is important to understand whether it is actually depression or any other factor impacting you. As you mentioned you have been taking antidepressants, yet there seems to be no result.
It is very important understand what exactly you are going through, depression could be a result of what you may be going through as such.
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Consult a psychiatrist to understand more about the same and to look at the symptoms deeply to understand the exact cause.
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Please understand that recovery is possible, once the right treatment is initiated the process will become smooth for you.
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I am an online counselor and can help you by counselling. Do get in touch with me through Practo. Only after knowing your history, I will be able to guide you properly. Happy to help !
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Dr. Sweta (PhD)
Clinical Psychologist
14 yrs exp
Delhi
It's good that you are concern for your health and you are ready to seek help. Of course you don't have any brain damage or so for the clinical history you have given.
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Please meet professionals and might be you need psychotherapeutic approach along with medication but only a detailed interview can make this clear.
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At present try to have a routine with a combination of daily living activities, studies, meeting with friends, some physical exercise and mental work out, with proper meal. I understand these are lot for you to start with but try and mean time consult a professional nearby.
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Dr. Shreyans Patil
Psychiatrist
7 yrs exp
Kolhapur
These are symptoms of depression
Please consult a psychiatrist
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Definitely this is a tough case. We need detail evaluation and I think you may need persistent long term therapy for best results. To be honest I need to know everything about your issues before any conclusion. We will be happy to help you. But till we start any kind of management plz start regular exercise n yoga for 30 days@ 1 hr day. Just Go for it.
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Ms. Rajatha Sarkar
Counselling Psychologist
19 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello Thanks for your query, I am sorry for your situation, yes based on your concern, you might be suffering from depression, I understand you had taken anti depressants, but Counselling and therapy will help you to handle thoughts, emotions and other area of weakness. Coping skills is also required to handle challenges. Take care, have self confidence.
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Please visit psychologist for counseling and therapy at the earliest.
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Understand what is causing you the disturbance and stress which is resulting in above mentioned symptoms. Accordingly you can work on better psychological well being.
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Dr. (Major) Sriniwas Gupta
Neuropsychiatrist
15 yrs exp
Aurangabad
Friend from ur complaints it appears that u r having depression. However complete history, medicine history is reqd before advising u.
Do not worry, at times it may take some more time. Dont worry there is no permanent damage
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Give complete history
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