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I get really depressed 2-3 days before i my period. sometimes during & after. do i need to fix my birth control or just go with the flow?
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Talk w/ OBGYN: Discuss this w/ Dr who prescribed your medication(s). It may be that some CBT talk therapy can help w/ this and life in general - going w/ the flow may be a fine idea but you can do it more successfully w/ a coach to show you the best strategies. Best wishes!
Answered 5/29/2016
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