Dr. Aditya Gupta
Psychiatry
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Hi doctor,
I am a 22-year-old woman. I have been diagnosed with depression. I have consulted other doctors and I am aware of my problem. I even get panic attacks sometimes. During panic attacks, my face turns red and I suffer from breathing problems. I feel suffocation and I do feel that my life is colorless and meaningless. I do not find any joy in anything.
Could you please help me?
Thank you.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
In my opinion, both medicines, as well as non-pharmacological methods, are required for treating your problem. For medicines prescriptions, kindly contact a psychiatrist on this platform or nearby. Besides following things can help:
Practice relaxation techniques like patterned breathing exercise daily for at least half an hour in the morning. When getting a panic attack, breathe deeply from your diaphragm and try to imagine relaxing imagery.
Share your feelings with family or close friends as sharing helps a lot.
Follow a routine and exercise regularly, take proper sleep, and take a balanced diet rich in antioxidants and omega fatty acids.
Maintain a journal and daily note down your thoughts, especially those provoking anxiety.
Music has been shown to be effective.
Remember every problem has a solution. You just need to try solving it and help is just a step away. Feel free to ask if you have any further queries.
Thank you.
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