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Suggest treatment for stress
human
I've very stressed. I just graduated high school and even though I got into the school of my dreams, I was unable to attend due to financial issues. I've since changed my goals and I'm taking a year off to go to school next fall. However, all my friends are either gone to college or still in high school and I feel alone. I'm living out of a mini refrigerator because my regular one broke, and we have no hot water. I've been depending on my friends for support in my goals and even a hot shower, but like I said they're gone. Work is stressing me out, and I feel unproductive. I don't know if I'm just sad, if I'm stressed, or if I'm depressed. I feel like I can get over this, but my solution is unrealistic and impossible, what do I do?
gpt
Hi.I had gone through your query.Social or economical issues may lead to stress. Psychological stress may lead to disturbances in thinking and confidence.Low confidence/ lack of motivation/ lack of concentration can be part of stress.Mild depression may have similar features with loss of interest in pleasurable activities.Need to evaluate properly that include mood variations/ Thought processes and mental status examination.Stress test can be useful.Need to relax.Exercise and mediation/ relaxation methods like yoga/ deep breathing etc can help.Proper sleep and healthy diet can help.Involve in pleasurable activities like hobbies and stress free work schedule may help.MedicinesI have treat so many patient with mild dose of benzodiazapine  and mild dose of SSRI,in SSRI mild dose of escitalopram and paroxetine like drug is very useful.Before taking this medicines you have to consult psychiatrist and evaluate your selfI hope i have answered your query.Still if you have query then feel free to ask.Thank you.Wish you a very good health.