A 37-year-old member asked:
Does depression come on suddenly?
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Dr. Pamela Pappasanswered
Psychiatry 44 years experience
Generally not: The emotion of sadness can certainly come on suddenly, in response to loss or hurt of some kind. The illness of depression is very different. Depression involves changes in energy, mood, sleep, appetite, and interest -- and generally involves a more gradual worsening and feeling of stuckness. The person needs help to move through. Sadness is painful, but can usually relent on its own.
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Dr. Andrew Berryanswered
Clinical Psychology 16 years experience
DEPRESSION: Sometimes yes, sometimes no. The most responsible answer I can give you is that it depends on the patient.
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Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
Agree with Dr. B: Depression can come on suddenly. However, mental health is not a do it yourself issue and you should consult a psychiatrist at your earliest as early intervention may prevent unnecessary suffering.
Wish you good health!
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A member asked:
How to come out from depression?
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Dr. Alan Alianswered
Psychiatry 34 years experience
Depression: Depending on the type of depression & duration, what treatment if any, have u had before, and what is your support system like. Supportive psychotherapy & thorough evaluation is needed first.
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