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Working In Shifts And Lot Of Changes In Sleep Pattern. Getting Stressed And Feeling Emotional. Suggestions

I work days one day nights the next then a double the next have a day off work late nights then mornings then day off. I can no longer sleep settle down or relax at any time of day or night. I am very stressed and emotional. Cry over anything and just spacy. Is there something you can suggest to do or take. THis has been my schedule for over a year and just feel like Im at the end of my rope.
Mon, 27 May 2013
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Hi,
Thanks for using healthcare magic.

I have gone through your available history.

You are having depression. You should consult your doctor preferably psychiatrist for detailed evaluation.
Doctor will rule out physical causes like thyroid dysfunction or vitamin B12 deficiency.

Doctor may advise to start medications like sertraline or escitalopram or doctor may advise you to go for counselling.

Meanwhile , you should go for stress management and relaxation therapy like yoga or breathing exercise for better control over stress and anxiety.

Your lifestyle or work pattern may also predispose you to have depression so doctor may advise to change lifestyle.
Thanks.
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Working In Shifts And Lot Of Changes In Sleep Pattern. Getting Stressed And Feeling Emotional. Suggestions

Hi, Thanks for using healthcare magic. I have gone through your available history. You are having depression. You should consult your doctor preferably psychiatrist for detailed evaluation. Doctor will rule out physical causes like thyroid dysfunction or vitamin B12 deficiency. Doctor may advise to start medications like sertraline or escitalopram or doctor may advise you to go for counselling. Meanwhile , you should go for stress management and relaxation therapy like yoga or breathing exercise for better control over stress and anxiety. Your lifestyle or work pattern may also predispose you to have depression so doctor may advise to change lifestyle. Thanks.