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Told feeling life is pointless is a symptom of my depression but isn't thinking life is not pointless denial? since we all die, how can life matter?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

I am sorry you: feel so hopeless. A mental health professional can help. Beyond that, just focusing on a life that can help in any way to relieve the suffering or poverty of others is not pointless. That thought may help you break the negative self talk cycle you may be in. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/30/2014

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