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I have problem getting sound sleep, due to which my concentration and memory has taken a hit. This is affecting my personal and professional life. Couple of month ago I visited a doctor and he gave me medicine for minor depression. I need to get my self cured fully so please advise me a good doctor.
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Anxiety, stress, and depression are some of the most common causes of chronic insomnia. Having difficulty sleeping can also make anxiety, stress, and depression symptoms worse. Other common emotional and psychological causes include anger, worry, grief, bipolar disorder, and trauma.
There are medical reasons too like.Examples of medical conditions that can cause insomnia are:
Nasal/sinus allergiesGastrointestinal problems such as refluxEndocrine problems such as hyperthyroidismArthritisAsthmaNeurological conditions such as Parkinson's diseaseChronic painLow back pain
There is no use of taking pills and therapy unless underlying cause is clear
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please consult psychiatrist to understand cause of insomnia first . Then holistic management which includes medications and therapy can be planned
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Don't tk pills indiscriminately and dnt self prescribe medications
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Hello Friend, Good that you are seeking a help here. I hear your problem and understand the suitation. There are non medicine treatment plan for sleep issues like home remedies, few lifestyle changes, self therapies etc. It needs further evaluation of your symptoms, lifestyle, food habits etc to recommend.
Feel free to reach out to me online through Practo app for further evaluation and assistance. Be positive. You will be alright soon.
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Hi is there ongoing stress?
For how many days you took medicine?
Go for psychotherapy
Consult with me or any psychologist for therapy and counseling to manage your symptoms
All the best
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Hey, I would recommend you to visit a good clinical psychologist, so that you could go for some therapeutic sessions. Those would help you getting a sound sleep and also help you improve your memory and concentration issues.
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Take an appointment with clinical psychologist for understanding your depressive features and therapeutic sessions would be highly recommended.
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Ms. Hema Sampath
Counselling Psychologist
18 yrs exp
Bangalore
I suggest you to consult a psychologist.
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Dr. Vaddirohit
Psychiatrist
4 yrs exp
Visakhapatnam
Can you please tell me what medication you have been started?
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you can start on zolpidem Cr 12.5 mg if not started before
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Mr. Sidharth Mishra
Psychologist
6 yrs exp
Bhubaneswar
There is an answer to depression in ayurveda may be but since you have been on allopathy I would request you not to change any dosage with out local medical health professionals advice and do talk to a psychological consultant
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Talk to me for help and support
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