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How to manage depression and psychotic issues?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am 29 years old and feeling depressed. I checked my depression level using Beck's depression test, and the answer was mild depression. I always remain anxious and have psychotic issues and depression. I did a test for depression, but the issue still remains. I am taking Clomfranil 25 mg tablets. Kindly suggest.

Answered by Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

You may have a major depressive disorder, and you must continue your above medication. There is non-pharmacological management for your Depression. You should try to follow the below guidelines to deal with it. It will help you.

  1. Exercise daily for 30 to 45 minutes like at least going for a walk.

  2. Meditate for 20 minutes daily. Sit in a comfortable position and try to concentrate on your normal breathing. Do not stop or force yourself to stop your thoughts; just let them be.

  3. Eat healthy home-cooked foods, and avoid junk foods.

  4. Drink enough water.

  5. Spend quality time with friends and family daily or do video calls if you are living away from your family.

  6. Spend time on creative hobbies like reading good books, writing journals, painting, drawing, and learning new skills or language or musical instruments.

  7. Take seven to eight hours of sleep daily.

  8. Avoid tobacco, alcohol, or any substance abuse.

  9. Live your life, do not just spend it.

  10. Be bold and confident.

Everything will be fine, continue the same medicine and follow the above suggestions. I hope this will help you.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At August 16, 2024
Reviewed At August 16, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi is a Psychiatrist with expertise in diagnosing and treating mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. He is skilled in psychotherapy, pharmacological management, crisis intervention, and counseling. Dr. Gandhi focuses on holistic patient care, mental wellness, and improving the quality of life through tailored treatment approaches.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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