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No interest in life
Hi, I got great family and friends. Good job, high degrees.
My problems are as below,
1) either I sleep too much or can't sleep till 3am: fear of future and other thoughts keep me awake
2) no interest on food: I just can't eat normally anymore - lost 8kilos. I hate food now.
3) ambitions: I got high ambitions and people around me say I am very good at my work but I started feeling - is this is what I want to do and what am I really good at? What is the point of working hard anyways I die someday and everybody will forget.
4) no hope and losing self confidence: though everything is great - recently I took emotional intelligence test. I scored high on traits that are hard to gain but foundation traits like self confidence, trust we're very low.
Overall, I don't see any purpose of this life. I had super fun till age 27 and now i am 31 and it is very boring. It is damm difficult to get appointment with psychiatric in Mumbai. Please advise.
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Hi. Really appreciate the way you have understood your own symptoms. All you need now is some professional help to guide you through the process of recovery.
The symptoms that you have mentioned fall mostly into the depression spectrum. Depression is very common and one of the leading cause of morbidity in the world. Remember you are not alone. Many go through this phase in life. It's important for you to get yourself evaluated in detail for the circumstances leading towards the current mindset. Hence it's advisable to visit a Psychiatrist and follow the necessary advice regarding medicines and psychotherapies. Take care...
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It is also essential to rule out any other physical disorders which may end up manifesting as depression, eg Thyroid disorders. Your psychiatrist will help you do that.
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Ms. Charvi Jain
Psychologist
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Hello, looks like you experiencing a sense of meaninglessness. Or what they call as Existential Crisis. The boredom, the lack of finding pleasure in things, poor appetite, and sleep issues may also indicate depression. Please visit a counselling psychologist so the meaninglessnes and depression (if there is), can be explored further. Counselling can help you find that lost sense of purpose and instill a sense of fulfillment.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
I feel u miss yourself somewhere. Maybe u r happy because all those great success are still not satisfying for you.
Either you wanted to do more Or u wanted to something else!!
Check know on those areas by introspecting yourself.
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If you find details it difficult do consult a Psychologist in ur city or for online session to get a clarity.
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Dr. Bevin S
Psychiatrist
16 yrs exp
Chennai
The symptoms you have described like sleep disturbances, not able to concentrate properly , loss of interest in pleasurable activities and loss of confidence all point towards a diagnosis of clinical depression. Depression can occur spontaneously in highly functioning persons too. Be relaxed.
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kindly consult a psychiatrist immediately.
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avoid smoking and alcohol if any. Take a small break from work if possible. Stay with family and friends. Do daily exercises and yoga. Maintain proper diet and sleep pattern. Be relaxed stay healthy.
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Dr. Varsha B G
Psychiatrist
6 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello...from whatver you are going through looks like you are suffering from depression..sadness,loss of interest,decreased self confidence, loss of interest to have food,difficulty in concentrating, sleep disturbances are all symptoms of depression. So you can also think is there any reason for me to feel so..like any stressors which has trigger these symptoms. You will need detailed evaluation with a psychiatrist.
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having said that you can also push yourself initially for doing physical exercise and then continue daily.
maintaining a daily routine.
sharing what you are going through with your family and loved ones. They can be of great support.
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consult a psychiatrist at the earliest.
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Dr. Sheba Singh (PhD)
Clinical Psychologist
24 yrs exp
Mumbai
You need a Psychologist. Reach one before the symptoms exaggerate.
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