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What is it called when you have depression lasting a week/few weeks and then are ok for w a while. i heard of this before and can't think of it.

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Depression: This may be related to your menstrual cycle and not a real depression. Keep a log of your periods and how you feel every day.

Answered 11/16/2013

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Depressive episode: You may be experiencing a major depressive episode which lasts for at least two weeks. Sometimes, people may experience low energy, little interest in pleasurable activities, changes in their appetite and sleep and suicidal thoughts, if severe. You may experience one episode or recurrent ones. It is important to seek the help of a mental health professional.

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