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Posted on Fri, 10 Jun 2016
Question: my wife is going through a phase where she is feeling low and does not wish to work.she doesn't wish to socialise much.can you suggest some good book she can read or may be I read ti help her.she is afraid to take medication.she had this problem few months back but after some effort she over came it now again for a week she is going through this!
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Answered by Dr. Ivo Ditah (5 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Can you get her evaluated for a possible depressive episode?

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about what your wife is going through. These symptoms are suggestive of a possible depression or hypothyroidism. I will strongly recommend that she gets evaluated for these two conditions. I will like that she starts with her primary care physician and only get referrals following preliminary findings.

Social support and motivation is very important. Good to get her involved in activities she really enjoys. Take her out often for walks and show her how great a husband and companion you are.

I hope this helps. I wish you well and thank you so much for using our services. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.
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Suggest Remedies For Depression

Brief Answer: Can you get her evaluated for a possible depressive episode? Detailed Answer: Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about what your wife is going through. These symptoms are suggestive of a possible depression or hypothyroidism. I will strongly recommend that she gets evaluated for these two conditions. I will like that she starts with her primary care physician and only get referrals following preliminary findings. Social support and motivation is very important. Good to get her involved in activities she really enjoys. Take her out often for walks and show her how great a husband and companion you are. I hope this helps. I wish you well and thank you so much for using our services. Feel free to ask for more information and clarifications if need be.