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Hello doctor I'm suffering from anxiety from 7 to 8 years and I consult a psychiatrist named Shashank mathur in kanpur and I'm having medicines from 7 to 8 years but when I stop taking those medicines my condition start getting worsen and I start having anxiety heavy head I just wanna know is there any cure of this disease in which even if don't take medicine I would be fine l feel very bad for being depend on medicine
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long-term anxiety often reflects deeper, unresolved emotional conflicts or patterns developed over time, especially from early life experiences. While medications help manage symptoms and provide important relief, they donât address the underlying causes of anxiety. The good news is that there are effective therapeutic approaches, such as psychodynamic therapy or other forms of psychotherapy, that can help you gradually understand and work through these unconscious conflicts. Through therapy, you can learn healthier ways to cope with anxiety, build emotional resilience, and reduce your reliance on medication over time. The goal is not just symptom control, but lasting change that allows you to feel more in control of your life, even without medication. Itâs important to work closely with both your psychiatrist and a qualified therapist to develop a comprehensive, individualized plan for your recovery.
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I can understand your distress but when our main aim is getting affected due to our symptoms, it indicates that Medications must be taken in other physical conditions such as thyroid,BP, DM etc
When an individual continues medications for a long time under the supervision of a doctor, in most of the cases only single medication is needed
* So don't get stressed out , trust a doctor, maintain follow up with doctor and continue medications along with relaxation exercises
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Hi.. consult online for treatment
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Hello shashank
It may feel frustrating to depend on medicines for years and see symptoms return when you stop. Medicines control anxiety, but they don’t teach the mind new ways to respond. That’s where therapy, especially CBT, can help retrain your thoughts and reduce fear cycles.
Yes, with therapy, lifestyle changes, and gradual tapering under a psychiatrist’s care, many people do manage without long-term medication. Don’t stop medicines suddenly instead, work on building coping skills alongside.
Take therapy. You can connect with me on nine two six six seven two six zero six five.
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It sounds like your anxiety has been long-term and well-managed with medication, but the return of symptoms when you stop suggests your brain and body still rely on that support â this doesnât mean you are weak, it simply means your system needs continued care.
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Discuss openly with your psychiatrist about your wish to reduce or stop medication; sometimes doctors recommend gradual tapering, combined with therapy, rather than sudden withdrawal.
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Alongside medical care, build non-medication supports like regular exercise, mindfulness or meditation practice, journaling, and structured therapy (like CBT), which can, over time, strengthen your ability to manage anxiety even with reduced medicine.
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Hi,
I understand your struggle , Living with anxiety for so many years and depending on medication can feel exhausting and unfair. You’re not weak your brain needs support, just like the body does when it’s unwell..
Truth is: for some, long-term medicine is necessary, and for others, therapy and lifestyle work can reduce or even replace it. It doesn’t mean you’ll be dependent forever, but it does mean healing takes a mix of approaches medication, therapy, self-care, and patience..
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talk openly with your psychiatrist about your wish to reduce meds, and pair it with regular therapy like CBT, relaxation, and lifestyle changes. You’re not broken you’re managing an illness, and that itself shows strength.
Health Tips
Tiny steps daily make a big difference.
Breathe slow, deep, steady.
Keep a daily routine.
Move your body, even a walk helps.
Write your worries, then close the notebook.
Limit caffeine and late nights.
Practice small moments of calm—prayer, silence, or grounding.
Stay connected, don’t isolate.
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"Hi there, I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, but you’ve already taken the first brave step. I can guide you with a clear treatment plan tailored just for you, so you can feel better and regain control over your life. You can reach me directly on WhatsApp for quick support on seven zero eight two zero two two zero six two."
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What are the medicines. Anxiety happens due to reduced serotonin produced in your mindpathways for lay person to understand. Medicines mostly SSRIs normalise them. On stopping if your body again has less production it recurs again. So consult and take regularly. It is like diabetes or hypertension. Basic education about the illness prevents one from having an expectation of cure rather than control. Good day
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