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Will Taking Time Off From My Work Will Help My Depression?

Hi, I have been feeling very low and tearful for about a couple of weeks now and am also experiencing lack of interest at work and at home. I am very snappy and do not want to talk with family or work mates, i dont feel like going to work anymore either. Should I take time off work?
Mon, 29 Sep 2014
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Hi,

I went through your query and can understand what you must be going through. From what you have mentioned, you have symptoms of depressive disorder.

Taking time off from work might help you relax but remaining free throughout the day has negative consequences too. Your mind will get lots of time to think about negative stuff which will worsen your situation.

My suggestion will be to start treatment for depression in addition to continuing with work. Medications like escitalopram are safe and effective treatment for depression. You will to consult a psychiatrist for the same.

I hope I was able to answer your query.

Best wishes,

Dr. Sunil Gupta
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Will Taking Time Off From My Work Will Help My Depression?

Hi, I went through your query and can understand what you must be going through. From what you have mentioned, you have symptoms of depressive disorder. Taking time off from work might help you relax but remaining free throughout the day has negative consequences too. Your mind will get lots of time to think about negative stuff which will worsen your situation. My suggestion will be to start treatment for depression in addition to continuing with work. Medications like escitalopram are safe and effective treatment for depression. You will to consult a psychiatrist for the same. I hope I was able to answer your query. Best wishes, Dr. Sunil Gupta