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Depressed and guilty
I and my wife have depression I need to fix it. She is 5 months pregnant. And have betrayed her. She is unable to sleep for the last 10 days
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Ms. Aarathi Selvan
Clinical Psychologist
14 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Dear user, seems like you both have been depressed and wanting to fix it asap, depression is something which (major depressive disorder or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. It causes severe symptoms that affect how you feel, think, and handle daily activities, such as sleeping, eating, or working. To be diagnosed with depression, the symptoms must be present for at least two weeks.
Next Steps
Depression, even the most severe cases, can be treated. The earlier that treatment can begin, the more effective it is. Depression is usually treated with medications, psychotherapy, or a combination of the two. If these treatments do not reduce symptoms, electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and other brain stimulation therapies may be options to explore.
Health Tips
Here are other tips that may help your self:- Try to be active and exercise. Set realistic goals for yourself. Try to spend time with other people and confide in a trusted friend or relative. Try not to isolate yourself, and let others help you. Expect your mood to improve gradually, not immediately. Postpone important decisions, such as getting married or divorced, or changing jobs until you feel better. Discuss decisions with others who know you well and have a more objective view of your situation. Continue to educate yourself about depression.
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