I am 44 years old now. I suffer from depression since 1992. But still not feeling well. I'm taking treatment of psychological.

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Hello Lybrate user Depression is a mood disorder in which one experiences low mood, disturbed sleep, low appetite and other related symptoms. These could be due to some underlying stress either professional or personal or due to some unhealthy past or negative conditioning. Depression requires combination therapy i.e. Medecines along with psychotherapy sessions. Try consulting a clinical psychologist for regular counselling sessions to help you deal with the issues better. Try to spend time with family and friends, engage yourself in activities you like and make a exercise routine to keep your mind and body energetic and in happy state. You can also reach out to me through the Lybrate app.

Rakhi Anand · Accepted Answer

Hello Lybrate user Depression is a mood disorder in which one experiences low mood, disturbed sleep, low appetite and other related symptoms. These could be due to some underlying stress either professional or personal or due to some unhealthy past or negative conditioning. Depression requires combination therapy i.e. Medecines along with psychotherapy sessions. Try consulting a clinical psychologist for regular counselling sessions to help you deal with the issues better. Try to spend time with family and friends, engage yourself in activities you like and make a exercise routine to keep your mind and body energetic and in happy state. You can also reach out to me through the Lybrate app.

Ankita Mishra · Answer

Dear Sir It must be quite difficult for you. Depression can sometime last for years however it is possible to treat it treatment consists of a combination of medication and psychological therapy. Please see a psychiatrist for a detailed evaluation and Treatment. You might need blood tests to rule out some physical health factors contributing to long standing depression like thyroid abnormality of not done already. Thanks.