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Suggest treatment for depression
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I ve been feeling depressed for about six months now, and it has recently gotten worse. I ve been feeling down, I ve been having suicidal thoughts, I ve been eating less, I ve lost interest in pretty much everything I ve ever enjoyed, A LOT less energy, I ve been feeling a lot of guilt and regret, I haven t been able to focus on anything lately, I ve been wanting to start cutting again, I haven t slept late for the past couple days and it is past 2am and I have not been able to sleep. I don t know what to do and I ve lost hope in everything. I don t want to do anything anymore. My question is, what do I do? I haven t been to a doctor for way over a year and I m afraid to go to one.
gpt
Hi,I went through your query and from what you have mentioned, it is very likely that you are having a depressive episode. I can also understand your concerns regarding visiting a doctor. However, your condition seem to deteriorating and it is highly recommended that  you seek a psychiatric consultation immediately without any further delay. Trying to harm self is a serious manifestation and you need immediate help. You must also talk to your family members regarding your symptoms.Your condition is amenable to treatment. Treatment with anti-depressants like venlafaxine, sertraline, etc would be effective. In addition, you can start exercising daily which will help you feel relaxed. Discussing what you are going through with some one also makes you feel better.Hope you start treatment soon. Wishing you a speedy recovery. Best wishes.