Hello, I m at a complete loss as to what I should do regarding the intense but short-lived mood-swings I experience on a daily basis. They have progressively worsened overtime and feel like I m being pushed over the edge to the point where I may just commit suicide. Being so emotionally volatile has not only taken a toll on my relationships, but has already cost me one job and completely subdues any motivation I might have to find a better job and to continue pursuing my goals (though, my lack of self-esteem and anxiety could also be to blame for this). I ve been on a downward spiral for quite some time and have taken to drinking, excessive eating and self-mutilation to qualm the perpetual existential dread I feel. I apologize for the long-winded preface to my actual question: Should I seek psychiatric help? I ve been wary to seek outside help for various reasons, one being that my mother has instilled in me the idea that my problems aren t grievous enough to warrant seeing a therapist. I feel so empty and at a loss of what the best course of action for me to take might be. I m desperate for guidance.