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My daughter has been bullied in school, and now she isolates herself at home. What can I do for her?

My daughter is 8 years old and has been bullied in school. Ever since then she has become a complete recluse. What should I do to help her?
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Are antidepressants safe for children?

My 8 year old daughter suffers with depression. Are antidepressants safe and recommended for a child her age? I am terrified of the potential side effects.
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Has my mother's illness affected my wife?

My wife is the sole caregiver for my mother who is bedridden with multiple problems. My wife is constantly tending to her and has become very emotionally vulnerable. Could caring...
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How do I manage my depression after menopause?

I recently hit menopause and it’s been a very tough phase for me, especially mentally. I have been extremely depressed and I don’t know why or what to do. Please help.
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My sister loses interest in things very fast, having a negative impact on her life.

My sister is 20 years old and loses interest in things/gets bored extremely fast. It is starting to have an affect on her love life, friendships, and even work. Can a psychologist...
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Can psychologists also help one deal with pain better?

My mother complains of a lot of pain all over her body, though the doctors are unable to diagnose anything. Can a psychologist help?
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Can a kidney problems cause confusion?

My father is suffering from a kidney infection that is causing his kidney function to suffer. Since then, he has also been very confused. Could this cause confusion in his mind?...
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With my mother's illnesses, I am becoming extremely depressed. What can I do about this?

I am the sole caretaker for my mother who is suffering from multiple illnesses. Her conditions and the stress associated with them are making me extremely depressed. I am going...
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Can trichotillomania be treated with medication?

My sister is suffering from trichotillomania. Can this be treated with medication?
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My daughter is anorexic. How should we have this treated?

My daughter is 14 years old and has anorexia. My husband and I are at a loss for what we should do. Is there anything that I could do to help her get treated?
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How can I get over my husband's infedility?

My husband cheated on me and has left me completely devastated. I am doing everything to try and forget it but nothing seems to work. What should I do to help me get over this?...
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My son is a different child since the death of his father. What can I do to help him?

My husband passed away 10 months ago, and since then my son has been a different child. He is quiet and withdrawn, and won't open up to anyone, not even a therapist. I really...
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Is it possible to treat bipolar disorder without medication?

My son has been living with bipolar disorder for a few years now. We have tried to get him help, but he has had a negative reaction to almost every medication he was prescribed....
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I have been feeling extremely depressed since my mother passed away. Do I need some therapy?

I have been living with my mom for all my life and now that she has passed away, suddenly, I just feel like I'm at a really low point in my life. Should I consider therapy to...
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Can a counselor help in treating my daughter's introvert nature?

My daughter is extremely uncomfortable in a social group. She is very introverted, which makes her also have low self esteem. Could a counselor help her gain the confidence that...
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Can acupuncture help in relieving my mother's depression?

My mother is extremely depressed, and is afraid to take medication due to the possible side effects. Can acupuncture treat her depression?
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Can chemotherapy cause depression?

My wife is undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer. Ever since her treatment has started, she has been extremely depressed. Is this a common symptom? Is it safe for her to...
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How can I help my son get through his social anxiety?

My son is extremely scared to talk to people, and is very anxious in social settings. What can I do to help him get through this social anxiety?
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My son has a hard time paying attention to instructions, and tells me he feels nervous all the time. Should he be in counseling?

My son is 8 years old, and he has a very hard listening and paying attention when given instructions. More so than just not wanting to listen. He also tells me that he feels...
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Why does my mom hear sounds that don't actually exist?

My mother is 78 years old, and she has been complaining of hearing loud sounds. These sounds actually don't exist. What is wrong?
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