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It sounds as though you may have depressed mood disorder. This is diagnosed if a person has at least 5 of the following for at least 2 weeks: depressed mood, loss of interest in activities, fatigue, change in appetite with weight loss or weight gain, difficulty sleeping though some persons have hypersomnia, difficulty concentrating, feeling guilty, suicidal ideas.

Depression is a serious condition that can impact all aspects of life.

You need to consider visiting your doctor for an assessment as soon as you can.
Management involves counselling and the use of medication for a period of time.

I hope this helps

Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.

I understand that you are going through a difficult time. Environmental stress and lack of social and emotional support can lead to a person feeling depressed. Strarting college is a sudden change in environment and the academic pressure can also be adding on to your stress levels. You have also mentioned that you are not getting enough support from your parents during these stressful times.

I would advise you to talk about your problems to someone you can trust and depend on - it can be a close friend or a relative or a friendly teacher. If your depressive symptoms are severe and you are having major difficulty in coping up, then you may need professional help in the form of medication or counselling. I would suggest that you consult a psychiatrist for a detailed psychological assessment and further treatment.

Wish you all the best.

Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist