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Dysthymia

Dysthymia, also called persistent depressive disorder, is a mental condition characterized by long-term depression. An individual affected by dysthymia may feel sad, lose interest in everyday activities, feel hopeless, be unproductive, and have low self-respect. These feelings may last for years and eventually interfere with daily activities, relationships, etc. The condition is difficult to treat, but a combination of medication and psychotherapy may help alleviate the symptoms.

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I have started to doubt myself because I lack confidence. How can I regain my confidence?

Query: Hi doctor, I m a 21-year-old final-year medical student. I was a confident, bold, and positive person in my childhood. But now, I lack confidence in all aspects of my life. It has started to affect me to the point where I self-doubt and second-guess myself. It affects me to the point where I have ...  Read Full »


Dr. Awadhesh P. Singh Solanki

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. You are a medical student, which means you are brilliant at your studies. Keep hope and confidence. I will suggest you do mild exercises and yoga if possible. It will increase positivity in life by releasing endorphins. The symptoms you menti...  Read Full »

How to come out of loneliness?

Query: Hi doctor, I have a mind flip problem. My emotions get changed every hour. I am studying and living in a hostel. I have the feeling of loneliness. I do not want to be alone. I do not know how to deal with it.  Read Full »


Dr. Awadhesh P. Singh Solanki

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Mood swings with frequent low mood episodes can occur due to lots of causes. If there is variation in a menstrual cycle, it can be a premenstrual syndrome. If you have a predominantly low mood, it can be dysthymia which is a low grade chronic long-term depression. As you ...  Read Full »

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