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What to do if that i really suffer from depression, how do i tell my doctor.?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Be candid.: Tell your doctor about your mood, energy level, concentration, memory, self esteem, motivation levels, sex drive, sleep ; appetite. Crying spells, feelings of helplessness or hopelessness are pertinent as well as your capacity to feel joy. Let your doctor know immediately if you have suicidal thoughts.

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Answered 11/27/2017

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