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What is the best way to handle a loved one with an alcohol problem?

My husband is an alcoholic and it has been getting worse. It is now causing us a lot of financial and emotional problems. He doesn't see that he has a problem, and I want to...
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My daughter is going through a divorce. Should she get psychiatric counselling?

My daughter who is just 26 years old is going through a divorce after a traumatic marriage which lasted only about a year. I know I can't force counselling on her, but their relationship...
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I have been recommended 5mg Lorazapam to fight my anxiety disorder. What are its side effects?

I have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder and the doctor has put me on 5mg Lorazapam. What are the possible side effects of this drug? Anything I should be careful of?
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Is there a difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist? I know a psychiatrist is able to prescribe medication, but is this the only difference?
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I am suddenly binge eating. Is it a mental disorder?

I am an 18-year-old girl and all of a sudden I find myself eating a lot of junk at odd hours. The urge to eat is beyond my control and as a result I have gained 33 lbs in 4 months....
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What causes mental fatigue?

I am a 45 year old man and of late I am feeling mentally tired and fatigued. I am unable to concentrate on anything and my productivity has gone low. What could be the cause...
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Can antidepressants cause low BP?

My father is 74 years old. He has been on antidepressants, and yesterday his BP went down very badly. Could this be a result of the antidepressant medicines that he is having?...
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I feel negative most of the time. Is it a sign to be worried about?

When I see people being happy around, I realize I am not one of them. I am sad most of the times and for everything in life I generally have a very negative approach. Is it something...
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Is binge eating a sign of depression?

My daughter is 15 years old and of late she has started binge eating at odd hours. She is gaining excess weight also and I am getting worried. Could this be a sign of depression?...
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Is it okay to drink when taking antidepressants?

I am taking antidepressants to treat my depression problem. I am a social drinker and wanted to understand if it is normal to drink when taking this medications. Just wanted...
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How should a person requiring psychiatric help be approached?

My friend has been acting very weird after his divorce. He clearly seems to be depressed and is not behaving normally. I want to suggest him to visit a psychiatrist but I don’t...
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Is there any medication to cure OCD?

My sister is suffering from extreme OCD. Her behavior gets very irritating for others. While she is aware of her problem, there is little that she can do to help herself. Are...
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Is depression a sign of madness?

My brother is showing all the signs and symptoms of depression. He underwent a heavy loss at work and since then has been behaving erratic. Is depression seen as a sign of madness?...
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Is bipolar disorder hereditary?

I have a history of bipolar disorder in my family as both my father and grandfather had the same disease. Is there a chance that me or my brother could also get the same?
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Is the need for having sex everyday abnormal?

I am a 32 year old woman and I feel the urge to have sex everyday. My husband thinks it is not normal for a woman to have such a high sex drive. Is there a problem with me?...
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Why do I have stabbing pain in my lower abdomen?

I had unprotected sex with my boyfriend 2 days back, post which I am having a stabbing pain in my lower abdomen. What could be the cause of this pain? Is it any infection that...
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Is premenstrual syndrome normal?

I am suffering from premenstrual syndrome every time I am about to get my period. It is accompanied by intense mood swings and irritation that stays on till my periods start....
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How to get treated for panic disorder?

I am suffering from an anxiety disorder which causes me to panic even when I am doing routine jobs. What is the course of treatment for panic disorder? Can it ever be treated?...
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Is negative thinking a disease?

I am slowly turning into a very negative person and I seem to have negative thoughts running on my mind for almost no reason. Am I suffering from a disease or is it just a phase?...
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Can ADHD ever be cured with treatment?

My son is 16 years old and has been suffering from ADHD since birth. He has been on treatment since he was 3 years old, however the condition is still not cured fully. Will his...
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