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I feel like i might be slowly slipping into a severe depression, how do i fight against it?

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Dr. Georgia Latham answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get help: Do something that you enjoy just for yourself every day. Get plenty of sunlight. Get plenty of rest and regular exercise. If your symptoms continue to worsen, consider seeing a counselor or physician. It is often very helpful to have an impartial person to talk with. A physician knowledgeable about treating depression with medication could be very helpful.

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See doctor asap: and get counsuling . You may need an antdepressant.i

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Depression: Please schedule an appointment with a counselor. Also get a check-up by PCP since some medical conditions mimic depression. Avoid isolation. If possible, try to do some form of charity that keeps you in contact with other well-meaning people. Regular exercise, like walking or bicycling, can lift your mood, too. If you cannot manage any of the above and you feel very depressed, go to ER.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Agree with excellent: recommendations you already received. Your Dr can assess for mood disorder & causative underlying medical conditions. Talking therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or insight oriented psychotherapy) is allows for lasting change. Psychiatric meds may be indicated. Don't isolate. Spend time w people. Use your support system. Get out. Get at least 8 hrs of sleep/ night & eat healthfully. Daily >

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