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Depression?
I know this isn't physical health, I just want to know what's wrong with me. You don't have to help me, I just need a professional answer on what I have. I've been feeling empty and sad for a long time, with constant heart aches and break downs. I've stopped eating like I used too, but sometimes I eat too much. I've stopped getting sleep, and I've lost so much interest in almost everything. I can barely concentrate on life, or accomplish simple tasks like going to the restroom. I get negative thoughts almost every single day, and I've just completely lost hope. I'm coming here for an answer, because no one else can help me and I have not seen a doctor in years. I just want to know what's wrong with me; I show symptoms of a depression, but do I have it? I just don't know.
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Dr. Akshata Bhat
Addiction Psychiatrist
13 yrs exp
Mumbai
Loss of interest, decreased concentration and attention, feeling low and disturbed sleep or appetite are some of the signs of depression. Consult a psychiatrist who will assess you in detail. If you are feeling suicidal or hopeless, seek professional help immediately.
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Dr. Prashant Jariwala
Addiction Psychiatrist
10 yrs exp
Narmada
Symptoms you mentioned are suggestive of Depression. Emptiness or sadness of mood and decrease interest in pleasurable activities are most important features to diagnose Depression. In depression there might be loss of appetite or there might be overeating occasionally.
Don't loose hope, because Depression is treatable.
Next Steps
here are some non-pharmacological tips to overcome depression.
1. focus on the present moment.
2. listen to good happy music as food for the soul.
3. use touch therapy, such as massage or acupressure.
4. don't skip meals.
5. boost your vitamin B by supplement.
6. include omega 3 fatty acids in your diet through walnut, flaxseed, fishliver oil capsule
7. stop negative self talk.
8. keeping busy is an effective way to overcome depression.
9. connect with friends. Social support is absolutely essential to depression recovery.
10. get enough sleep.
11. forgive others.
12. regular exercise.
13. keep faith in yourself.
14. pick up a former hobby.
15. express your self creatively through music, art, and writing.
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kindly consult online for more details. and If you're having suicidal thoughts, immediately contact a good mental health professional near you.
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