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I need help to understand why i don't feel amything all i do is fake laughing, smiling. and i just don't feel anything. help, please?

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Depression possible: One of the main symptoms of depression is "anhedonia" which means not feelings any pleasure in previously enjoyed and significant activities. It is possible you are depressed and would benefit from an evaluation from a clinical psychologist or a psychiatrist.

Answered 2/7/2014

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