Dr. Vishal Anilkumar Gandhi
Psychiatry
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Hello doctor,
I want to consult regarding my behavior and mental health problem. I have noticed in my behavior that I easily get irritated and angry at everything. I cannot control my emotions sometimes. When there are no school days, I have been sleeping all day, then I stay up all night. I am also experiencing rarely eating anything, but sometimes, I eat a lot and then felt guilty after eating. Every time that I wanted to open up about my problems to anyone, I already think that they will judge and invalidate my feelings, then I ended up not opening up to them. Sometimes, when I am in a crowded place or any place that has people, I always stutter and my heart is pounding hard. I also do not have energy always when it comes to doing a simple task. Everything feels like it is hard for me to do. Every time I felt these, I feel like I want to seek help. Can you help me?
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and understand your concern. You may have a major depressive disorder. 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. Try doing exercises daily for 30 to 45 minutes like at least going for a walk. it will uplift your mood and build confidence.
2. Do meditation for 20 minutes daily, just sit in one place in a comfortable position and try to concentrate on your normal breathing, do not stop or force yourself to stop your thoughts, just let it be. it will reduce your irritability and calm you.
3. Try eating 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 enough seven to eight hours of sleep daily. fix your time for sleep. Do not sleep in the daytime.
8. Avoid tobacco or alcohol or any substance abuse.
9. Live your life, do not just spend it.
10. Be bold and confident.
If you still have symptoms that persist after following the advice for four to six weeks, then you need to start medications for a short duration. I hope I have cleared all your doubts.
Thank you.
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