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What to do if i feel like i like to stay sad and in despair. what is this called and why?
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Labels Premature: I think the "why" part of your question is the place to start--any label must flow from that answer. Three possibilities strike me as hunches to start with: an untreated chronic depression; unresolved grieving over a major loss; and, a protective coping strategy that has evolved in response to major disappointments. Find a therapist and begin working on "why"--the right description will follow.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Sad: The term is clinical depression, major depressive disorder, or melancholia. Recommend consulting a mental health professional for treatment.
Answered 9/28/2016
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