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I am suffering from depression and anxiety after a traumatic event. Please help.

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Dr. Nithila. A

Published At July 11, 2019
Reviewed AtJune 27, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Two years ago, I was one of the top students I had unexpected traumatic events with my study at university. After that, I had a tough time struggling with my life. I feel hopeless and helpless, worthless, and I want to withdraw myself from life, but I do not know how? Please help a month ago, I had been diagnosed with depression and anxiety, and I am taking medication, but it did not work. I have social withdrawal, loss of interest, loss of appetite, sleep distribution, digestive problems, and difficulty in breathing.

Answered by Mehwish Mursaleen

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I completely understand that you feel depressed and anxious due to past experiences in life. As you have mentioned about your current state of depression and anxiety and the use of medicines has not been proven effective for you, it clearly indicates the need for psychotherapy. Research has shown that cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) is the best treatment for long-term effects and complete remission of depression and anxiety disorders. You are strongly recommended to take psychotherapy sessions with a psychologist. During the session, you will learn coping strategies to effectively deal with traumatic life experiences, increase your academic performance, and enhance daily life functioning. Do consult with a psychologist at your earliest. Research has shown that people who take CBT at the initial stage when symptoms arise have more chances of improvement and fewer chances of the depressive episode again in life. Whereas, delay in treatment may worsen the symptoms and there are more chances that depressive episodes may occur again.

Thank you.

The Probable causes

Stressors, traumatic, negative experiences, failure or losses in life.

Probable diagnosis

Major depressive disorder with anxious distress.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Mehwish Mursaleen
Mehwish Mursaleen

Psychologist/ Counselor

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