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Hello doctor, I grew up in USA but am of South Asian descent and have dark skin. I like my appearance and have always felt happy about myself largely because I was lucky enough to not have been raised in South Asa. But my mother is insisting that I should marry a south Asian, and I know my self-esteem will slowly crumble. How do I keep myself out of this depression? I feel like I should just start seeking antidepressants now because my mother is so insistent that I marry into this ridiculous culture.
In your case, cause of depressive symptoms is related to family pressure of marriage. In that case, antidepressant would not help you. This is the temporary problem. I think, in that situation, you can take help of a psychologist. No one can force for marriage. Take help of psychologist to insist your mother.
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How Do I Keep Myself Out Of The Depression?
Hi Thanks for using healthcare magic In your case, cause of depressive symptoms is related to family pressure of marriage. In that case, antidepressant would not help you. This is the temporary problem. I think, in that situation, you can take help of a psychologist. No one can force for marriage. Take help of psychologist to insist your mother. Thanks