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Suggest Remedy For Stress
I have been through extreme stress these last 3 months. And on top of that have two children. And just had a miscarrige. Im feeling very overwhelmed and is effecting me mentally and physically. I cant sleep, Im crying, angry, and just plan unhappy. If I decide to get on medication for the time being what would you reccomend.
Thu, 28 Aug 2014
Hello and thanks for writing in.
I understand that this must be a very stressful time for you after the recent death of your brother. From the description of your symptoms, it appears that you are suffering from an Adjustment disorder - with predominantly depressive reaction.
Since this seems to be affecting you quite negatively, it is necessary that you seek professional help. Earlier the intervention, better will be the outcome and recovery. Treatment for depression is available in the form of medication to relax your mind and lift your mood (antidepressants) as well as counselling. So, I would suggest that you ask your doctor for psychiatric consultation so that you can have a detailed evaluation and further treatment.
I would like to give you the following suggestions to handle your stess and anxiety problems:
- Practising relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, deep breathing, etc. can help relieve stress.
- Ensure that you get 7 - 8 hours of continuous sleep everyday.
- Avoid alcohol, smoking or any other substances as they all have been associated with many psychiatric disorders, including depression.
- Develop a strong social and spiritual support system.
- Keep your mind always active and engaged - finding a new hobby, spending time with nature, doing tasks which you enjoy, etc will all help in avoiding depressive thoughts.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar MBBS., DPM., MRCPsych.(U.K.)
Consultant Psychiatrist
I understand that this must be a very stressful time for you after the recent death of your brother. From the description of your symptoms, it appears that you are suffering from an Adjustment disorder - with predominantly depressive reaction.
Since this seems to be affecting you quite negatively, it is necessary that you seek professional help. Earlier the intervention, better will be the outcome and recovery. Treatment for depression is available in the form of medication to relax your mind and lift your mood (antidepressants) as well as counselling. So, I would suggest that you ask your doctor for psychiatric consultation so that you can have a detailed evaluation and further treatment.
I would like to give you the following suggestions to handle your stess and anxiety problems:
- Practising relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, deep breathing, etc. can help relieve stress.
- Ensure that you get 7 - 8 hours of continuous sleep everyday.
- Avoid alcohol, smoking or any other substances as they all have been associated with many psychiatric disorders, including depression.
- Develop a strong social and spiritual support system.
- Keep your mind always active and engaged - finding a new hobby, spending time with nature, doing tasks which you enjoy, etc will all help in avoiding depressive thoughts.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar MBBS., DPM., MRCPsych.(U.K.)
Consultant Psychiatrist
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