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Could you tell me ways to overcome depression/lack of motivation?

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Dr. Dov Finman answered

Specializes in Adolescent Medicine

Warmline or exercise: Sounds like you need a warmline. You can find one in your area here: http://www.Warmline.Org/ also, exercise can do wonders.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/1/2015

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