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A member asked:

I feel i have the potential to achieve a lot in life but then i lose motivation and waste the whole of time & procrastinate. am i depressed?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Depressed: Yes, you could be. Discuss your problem with a psychologist

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 8/31/2014

3.8k views

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NO: I don't thinks you are depressed. Just lazy. Get off of your butt and begin to activate such as running, look for a job and say good by to your TV. Time to rejoin the human race.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 8/31/2014

3.8k views

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