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How To Overcome Depression Caused Due To Post Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Hi, Recently I was a victim of a armed robbery while working at my business in Mexico, I was shot (3) times and was very lucky that all (3) wounds the bullet did not hit any arteries or bones. However this fight for my life had left me with mental problems, depression, difficulty in performing work tasks and extreme memory and fatigue problems. I need help with treatment and applying for temporary social security disability benefits. I do not have health insurance.
Hi... thanks you very much for sharing the concern which you have. after going through the details it seems you are suffering from depression. To get over this you may need to consult a psychiatrist who will collect detailed history and conduct psychological assessment in order to decide if you need medicines or psychotherapy. In case if you have further query you are welcome to get back. Thanks
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How To Overcome Depression Caused Due To Post Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Hi... thanks you very much for sharing the concern which you have. after going through the details it seems you are suffering from depression. To get over this you may need to consult a psychiatrist who will collect detailed history and conduct psychological assessment in order to decide if you need medicines or psychotherapy. In case if you have further query you are welcome to get back. Thanks