Dr. Nidhin Mohan
Internal Medicine
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Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
I am suffering from an addiction to masturbation and pornography. I feel extremely depressed, and I want to live without these things, but I cannot do that. Whenever I try to get rid of it, my most extended period is two weeks, but when I was a teen, I had it a lot, then I stopped. Unfortunately, after several years the addiction came back. I am not this type of person, and please suggest if there is any medication that would decrease the urge or any medication to get rid of it. I am so tired and feel so down. Please help.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
Treatment of your problem will be done first with a trial of cognitive behavioral therapy by a clinical psychologist. If the trial of cognitive-behavioral therapy fails, only medications can be prescribed, and these medications can only be prescribed by a psychiatrist close to your home. Do not worry. Addictions and compulsive disorders are prevalent nowadays, take the first step and meet a clinical psychologist to resolve the problem soon.
I hope this helps.
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
Thanks for your reply. How can I start therapy? Can you tell me what to do? Please help.
Hi,
Welcome back to icliniq.com.
I understand your concern.
Cognitive-behavioral therapy is taught to you by a clinical psychologist who will assess you. It may require one to three sessions.
I hope this helps.
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