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My sister is having marriage problems. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, My sister is 36 years, married, and she has four kids. She always faces problems with her husband. The same complaint is always there. He is humiliating me. He sees me as useless. He is neglecting me. He does not respect me. When I tried talking to her, I saw that her self-esteem is low a... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is very important to stay away from social media. It is not a true life. Make her spend time with family and friends. Fix her duration to spend time with mobile or electronic gadgets. Give her books to read. Divert her to spend quality time for creative hobbies like... Read Full »
Why am I feeling low and unable to concentrate on my studies?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been feeling low for quite some time. I have crying spells for no reason. I have fear of gaining weight. So I hardly eat anything and compensate the calories consumed by exercising and sometimes throwing up after eating. I am not able to concentrate on my studies. I end up stari... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You may have a major depressive disorder. You should take antidepressants for short time. You can take tablet Fluoxetine 20 mg daily for short time. Do not worry about your weight. You have a low BMI. Do not follow any actress or model. Take healthy food, avoid junk fo... Read Full »
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 21-year-old female. I used to be very calm and patient generally. About four years back I was in a toxic relationship. I got out of that relationship and now I am committed to a guy who is very calm and patient. But nowadays I have become very impatient and I also get angry sudden... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I can understand your concern. You may have major depressive disorder due to chronic stress from your past relationship. There is non-pharmacological management for depression. I suggest you try the below guidelines to deal with it. You sho... Read Full »
I am depressed due to my father's death. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor,I am a 25-year-old male, and I recently went through a stressful period of life. I lost my dear father, and I started drinking to cope with my grief. I am dealing with my life and continuing my daily activities, but I am still suffering mentally. I want to overcome my anxiety and depressio... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. I can understand your situation, and I am sorry about your father. You may have a major depressive disorder. There is non-pharmacological management for your depression. Try to follow the below guidelines to dea... Read Full »
I am experiencing persistent sadness. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor,Lately, life’s been tough, and I find it hard to feel better. I am a 40-year-old woman who sometimes feels sad, but now I am stuck feeling this way. Could this be a case of major depressive disorder, or am I just feeling off? What are the signs that it is more serious than just a bad ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for taking help from a psychiatrist. I can understand your situation. If you have experienced the following symptoms for more than two weeks, you may have major depressive disorder: a sad mood, lack of interest in work, changes in sleep and appetite, lack o... Read Full »
My sister is taking Vraylar for depression. Is it fine?
Query: Hello doctor, My sister has been struggling with major depressive disorder for two years. She is 28 years old, and is overweight. She has been feeling withdrawn, lacks interest in activities, has no friends, and constantly feels tired. Her doctor prescribed Vryalor for her condition. Can you please ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern about your sister. She may have major depressive disorder (as per your details). Her doctor has prescribed her tablet Vraylar for her depression. It is a second-generation antipsychotic medication. It can help her but there... Read Full »
My 11-year-old child has been acting stubborn recently. Why?
Query: Hi doctor,My child is an 11-year-old boy. Since last year, he has been good in his studies and other activities. Also, he had a good relationship with the people around him. But before nine months, his father passed away by suicide, hanging himself. He has seen him in that condition. Since that day,... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for taking help from a psychiatrist. I can understand your situation and concern about your child. Your son has the biggest trauma on his mind at this young age. He may have major depressive disorder but still needs further evaluation. You must take him to th... Read Full »
I am struggling with anxiety, lack of sleep, and motivation. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor,I am a 25-year-old female pursuing a medical residency degree. I feel I am more anxious having the same thoughts again and again, I do not want to go to work, and I am seeking motivation to do the basic things. If something goes wrong, I am sleep-deprived too. I am crying more than usua... Read Full »
Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com.I can understand your concern.You may have a major depressive disorder, but I need further details to rule out obsessive thought disorder. There is non-pharmacological management for your depression, you should try to follow the below guidelines to deal with it. It will ... Read Full »
My anger issues affect my personal and work life. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 44-year-old man, and I have been struggling with ongoing anger issues that are impacting both my personal and professional relationships. Unfortunately, I find myself frequently getting upset, especially with my wife and daughter, even for minor issues where they are not at f... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Thank you for taking help from a psychiatrist. Your anger issue is due to the stress related to your work. You may have a major depressive disorder due to a stressful life. There is non-pharmacological management to deal with depress... Read Full »
I am seeking advice on music therapy for depression. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old girl who has depression. I searched online for mental well-being and recently came across the concept of music therapy. Could you please guide me on the importance of music therapy in mental health and overall well-being? I am keen to understand how music therapy mi... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read the query, and I can understand your concern. You may have a major depressive disorder. Music therapy can help you to decrease your depression and alleviate anxiety. Music helps to release neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin, which helps to reduce... Read Full »