Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How To Get Rid Of Depression And Anxiety?

i have been in dperession or anxiety problem for 3or 4 yrs due to something,,,at the time when it started i was around 24 yrs and now i am touching 30....Now as the problem is still there and also many good yrs of life has been wasted I feel more depressed. moreover some of the things I wanted to do as a young boy I was not able to do all that ... :Like having girl friends,,freaking out ...live life to its full I couldnt do that and now life is on a different turn,,,How will I manage reponsibilities because I m not ready for all these things as I could not enjoy my life...

Mon, 29 Dec 2014
Report Abuse
Psychiatrist,  's  Response
Hello thanks for asking from HCM

You have depression and anxiety since last 3-4 years and the problem is causing impairment in your social life and in managing responsibilities. As the problem is persistent I would advise you to consult a psychiatrist for proper treatment.

Anxiety can be treated with medicines like SSRIs as Escitalopram, Fluoxetine, Paroxetine etc. These medicines also act as good anti-depressans so they will control both anxiety and depression. Consult a psychiatrist for prescription of these medicines.

Apart from that consult a psychologist for Behaviour Therapy. Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercises, Yoga, Breathing Exercises have excellent results in controlling anxiety.

Thanks, hope this helps you.
I find this answer helpful
Psychiatrist,  Dr. Srikanth Reddy's  Response
Hello
Venlafaxine, bupropion or desvenlafaxine are good medicines for depression as well as anxiety.
Regards
Dr. Srikanth
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
How To Get Rid Of Depression And Anxiety?

Hello thanks for asking from HCM You have depression and anxiety since last 3-4 years and the problem is causing impairment in your social life and in managing responsibilities. As the problem is persistent I would advise you to consult a psychiatrist for proper treatment. Anxiety can be treated with medicines like SSRIs as Escitalopram, Fluoxetine, Paroxetine etc. These medicines also act as good anti-depressans so they will control both anxiety and depression. Consult a psychiatrist for prescription of these medicines. Apart from that consult a psychologist for Behaviour Therapy. Progressive Muscle Relaxation Exercises, Yoga, Breathing Exercises have excellent results in controlling anxiety. Thanks, hope this helps you.