Gilbert, AZ
A 21-year-old male asked:
I've been getting help with my anxiety and depression, but i'm always worried about my friends ditching me, because i'll be sad again. is this normal?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Krishna Kumaranswered
Psychiatry 57 years experience
Emotional Dependency: I commend you for getting help for anxiety, depression.
•Feel Good about your improvement in your symptoms, and your daily functioning at home, school , and work.
•Find a hobby which you like, and develop passion for it.
•Feel pleasure and joy in your hobby.
•Feel comfortable being by yourself.
•Have 1-2 good friends and share your experiences with them.
•Believe that It is ok to be by yourself.
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