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What is the treatment for depression?

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Published At January 12, 2024
Reviewed AtJanuary 12, 2024

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I lost my father when I was two and my mother married another man when I was 14 years old. I am an orphan and 24 years old. But I always feel depressed and lonely thinking that I do not have a family. Kindly suggest.

Answered by Dr. Aditya Gupta

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com

I have read your query and understand your concern. First of all, I would like to mention that sometimes you do not have control over the situations and what others do but what matters is how you cope with it. I suggest you kindly screen yourself for clinical depression. Do a self-rating test of depression like Zung's self-rating depression scale which you can easily find online and if it is indicative of moderate to severe depression consult a psychiatrist in person for detailed evaluation and treatment. Besides that certain things can help:

1. Practice relaxation techniques like breath relaxation exercises daily as it will help you relax and focus.

2. Give at least one hour daily for your hobbies to vent out daily stress.

3. Exercise regularly and eat a balanced diet rich in antioxidants and omega fatty acids.

4. Maintain a journal and daily log down your thoughts uncensored and never read them again.

5. Remember every problem has a solution you just need to try solving it and help is just a step away.

I hope this will help you. Thank you.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Aditya Gupta
Dr. Aditya Gupta

Psychiatry

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