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My daughter is showing extreme behavior changes. Is it just a side effect of being a teenager?

My daughter has been showing extremely erratic behavior. She gets angry very fast and suddenly feels very sad. She has just started her menstrual cycle. Is this behavior change...
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My husband who is a pilot has recently been detected with vertigo. How will this affect him at work?

My husband is 52 years old and has recently been diagnosed with vertigo. He is also a pilot, and I don't think he'll be able to work with this disease. How will vertigo affect...
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Could memory loss be a side effect of schizioaffective disorder?

I was diagnosed with a schizioaffective disorder and my treatment was through zyprexa. Does this medication have side effects like memory loss?
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Do cigarette quitting tablets really work?

I am planning to quit smoking and considering opting for nicotex gum. Does it really work?
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My husband is just not able to give up drinking. What should we do?

My husband used to drink every day until our daughter was born, then he went to a rehab and gave up drinking. But now slowly with social drinking he is back to drinking every...
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Is OCD a disease or a habit?

My sister has OCD and it has become very irritating for us around her. Is it a disease or just a habit? Is there treatment for it?
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Should I take my son to a psychologist to remove the fear of exams from his mind?

My son panics at the thought of exams. He gets a fever and is even unable to concentrate. Do you think a psychologist can help him?
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I have a fear of heights. What can I do about it?

Since childhood I have had a strange fear of heights. Now as I am growing older, I realize this is preventing me from things I want to do, like travel. What can I do about it?...
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I am feeling better with just my anti-anxiety medications. Do I still require counseling?

I work for a startup and have high levels of stress and anxiety. A few months ago my psychiatrist, who I was seeing frequently, prescribed Escitalopram 10 mg for me. I am feeling...
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My son has asd

Hi looking to know if it is common for kids with asd to have anxiety my son is 5 and he is always saying his tummy is sore especially when it's a school night . But he goes to...
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What can we do to ease down stress levels among our employees?

As a company, we would like to introduce ways to bring down stress levels in our employees. What can we do for this?
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How can one identify the signs of depression?

There are times when I am very upset and get very negative feelings, which happens particularly around my period. Are these signs of depression? What are the other signs that...
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What are the best ways to overcome negative thoughts?

I have negative thoughts in my mind, on and off. I want to know a way in which I could overcome these thoughts from coming to me. What should I do to overcome these thoughts?...
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Do bad dreams mean anything?

My son in 14 years old and lately has been waking up every night to bad dreams. He sometimes paces around the house to calm himself down. Do they mean anything or is it just...
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Are panic attacks while taking anti depressants normal?

I am 27 years old and I am currently undergoing treatment for my depression. Ever since I have started taking depression medicines, I have been getting panic attacks often. I...
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My son has all of a sudden become quiet. Is it a normal change or could something be wrong?

My son is 13 years old and he is suddenly very quiet around his family. He used to be very talkative. Is it a normal personality change for this age or could something be wrong?...
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Are there any medicines to treat addictive tendencies?

My husband is a recovering alcoholic. Are there any medications he can take that could suppress any urge? He's been avoiding social functions but I think this is making him sad....
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Does a schizophrenia patient also suffer from memory loss?

My cousin has been suffering from schizophrenia for the past year. He's been taking his pills daily, which has made his symptoms lessen. But, lately he's been forgetful. Could...
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What is the reason for panic attacks?

My sister has been having frequent panic attacks lately. Maybe one per week. What could be the reason for these panic attacks? I think she is scared to get treatment. I'm not...
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Is stress a medical condition or an emotional term?

I am having a lot of work load in office that leaves me feeling stressed. Sometimes the excess work even affects my productivity. Is stress considered a health condition or an...
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