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Depression is the main concern.
I am feeling low, from past one year and I have been on treatment but I am not responding to it. I feel empty, and I don't enjoy anything. Can you please describe what it is?
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It's indicative of depression
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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All the best
Seek help for early recovery
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Dear client
You have not disclosed details of diagnosis and treatment. You maybe suffering from depression. If you are not responding to the treatment there could be factors beyond your control that are responsible.
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plz discuss with your psychiatrist (I am assuming you are taking psychiatrist' consultation) whether change in schedule or dosage or diagnosis is warranted.
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Alongside you should undergo personality assessment and basic blood test esp. for anemia , vitamin B12 level and thyroid function. If you already have reports revert back to me.
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It’s necessary to evaluate your problem through right counseling. I am an online counselor and can help you overcome it through various techniques and lifestyle changes. Please get in touch with me through Practo. Do visit my Facebook page and my website mentioned on it. Happy to help !
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Hello,
Depression without recovery even when you are compliant can be due to some other underlying condition. It can be due to thyroid, vitamin abnormality, bipolar mood disorder etc.. Sometimes we miss out hypomania episode as depression covers it. A mood chart will benefit you in that. Adding a mood stabilizer like lithium will cover your bipolar illness and augment your antidepressant treatment as well.
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Consult nearby psychiatric clinic or you can consult me for further help required
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Dr. Rakhi Anand (PhD)
Psychologist
33 yrs exp
Delhi
Hello practo user
I can understand the difficult situation that you are going through. The symptoms that you have mentioned are indicating that there might be some stressful , negative past event which is aggravating this low mood , inability to enjoy activities. It is suggested that you seek help from a clinical psychologist for a proper in-depth analysis of your case and also help you understand the root cause of your discomfort through regular psychotherapy . It is advisable that you spend quality time with your close family members and friends and engage in multiple activities with them . Surround yourself with positive individuals. You can also try and practice positive self affirmations , practice deep breathing and meditation as it beneficial for your overall health . You can also reach out to me through the practo app for any further help or guidance.
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consult a clinical psychologist
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positive affirmations , spend quality time with close friends and family members , engage in multiple activities , deep breathing and meditation
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Dr. Era S. Dutta
Psychiatrist
17 yrs exp
Kolkata
Hello
Sorry to hear that the treatment isn’t working for you.
It could be due to a multiple interplay of reasons but initially it would be better to know that are you on only counselling (therapy) or medication as well.
In the case of the option that both are being simultaneously applied, there is a possibility that the result isn’t there as
1. The medication has not suited you
2. You and the therapist aren’t on the same page
3. Diagnosis may need reconsideration
4. Trial of medicine is too short or inadequate
I would urge you to see your existing doctor and discuss this with him to her
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Be strong, try to develop your coping mechanisms for depression.
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This too shall pass
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