Question 1

hi 
im on medication for depression  and an anxiety disorder. ?

Accepted Answer

: Your medication needs to be managed by a Psychiatrist. If you are not confident in your Dr. please see another for a 2nd opinion. Medication alone may not be enough. Please see a Clinical Psychologist with expertise in multiple types of psychotherapy to help. A complete physical exam would show if your symptoms are due to a physical illness. You may need a sleep study prescribed by a Dr.

Question 2

i feel like when i recover from anxiety and depression that i will later on develop an life threatening disease and die young please i'm only 17!

Accepted Answer

Live life: Anxiety and depression do not predispose you to other non-psychiatric chronic conditions.

Question 3

how can i identify if i suffer from any mental desease or disorder? (e.g. anxiety, depression..)

Accepted Answer

Start with some: general questions.   Do you have anxiety, moods that are too high or low?   Do you avoid dealing with life's stresses?   Do you drink or smoke or do other drugs to the point of causing problems?   How are your relationships?   Functional? Or, do you have a string of failures or fight too much with your partner?   These are are all areas that provide hints.   Take this info to a mental health pro..

Question 4

i have really bad depression and anxiety disorde my grades are dropping and i cant find happiness anywhere i even cant go outside!can i be happy again?

Accepted Answer

Sure..: I am sure, you will be happy again. Consult a good psychiatrist and follow his/her advice on meidcation and life style changes.

Question 5

how are depression and anxiety disorders linked?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Anxiety is an unconscious alert that something is wrong.  One of the most prevalent symptoms of a serious depression is anxiety. On the other hand, the stress from constant anxiety can deplete you and actually cause a biochemical depression.  Get evaluated and treated by a competent psychotherapist.

Question 6

i have depression and anxiety disorder.i have lost a lot of weight.currently i weigh 101 lbs.i'm not on diet too.are they affecting my weight?.

Accepted Answer

DEPRESSION: Absolutely! Get an evaluation from a psychiatrist to help identify what depression/anxiety means to you and whatever else may be bothering you. Consider recommendations for medication if any are given. Get a referral for a reputable psychotherapist to speak with. Meds and therapy combined are most optimal; no just one or the other.

Question 7

is it possible to die from depression and anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Depression if severe and ongoing can lead to direct cause of death by suicide. However, it is associated with worsening illnesses medically- cardiac, blood, immune.  Substance abuse also associated.

Question 8

how to know if i have depression and/or an anxiety disorder?

Accepted Answer

Psychiatric eval is: Recommended. Depression sx’s can
include feeling sad, irritable or angry; v in sex drive ; energy or motivation levels. One may socially isolate or stop involvement in normal activities. Sleep, appetite ; weight may ^ or v. Concentration, memory ; self esteem may v with an absence of joy, feelings of helplessness or hopelessness. There may be crying spells or thoughts of death or suicide. Symptoms.

Question 9

i feel worthless, and i feel so ugly. do you think i have dysthymic disorder or depression, or just anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Sorry to hear about: your self image situation.  Who taught you to think like that? Don't get into the blame game but do change your thinking w/help of a mental health professional.  Depression and anxiety can go together.  Our culture promotes a phony self-worth by how we look and the money we have.  Long lasting good self image goes deeper than that.  The very best to you.

Question 10

i have a major anxiety and depression disorder, i'm trying to get ssi because i'm struggling i can not work. any advice?they say it's not a disability

Accepted Answer

Social worker: Speak to your doctor's office social worker and usually they can help you to get started. A medical professional will evaluate you once they receive your application.

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Hi im on medication for depression and an anxiety disorder. ?

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I feel like when i recover from anxiety and depression that i will later on develop an life threatening disease and die young please i'm only 17!

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How can i identify if i suffer from any mental desease or disorder? (e.g. anxiety, depression..)

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I have really bad depression and anxiety disorde my grades are dropping and i cant find happiness anywhere i even cant go outside!can i be happy again?

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How are depression and anxiety disorders linked?

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I have depression and anxiety disorder.i have lost a lot of weight.currently i weigh 101 lbs.i'm not on diet too.are they affecting my weight?.

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Is it possible to die from depression and anxiety disorder?

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How to know if i have depression and/or an anxiety disorder?

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I feel worthless, and i feel so ugly. do you think i have dysthymic disorder or depression, or just anxiety?

A member asked:

I have a major anxiety and depression disorder, i'm trying to get ssi because i'm struggling i can not work. any advice?they say it's not a disability

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