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Is forgetfulness a mental illness?

I'm starting to notice I have become very forgetful. It's really worrying me. Small everyday things are also slipping my mind. I am always preoccupied with thoughts. Is something...
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I burst into frequent crying spells. Is it a sign of depression?

Recently, I suddenly feel like crying for no apparent reason. Is it a sign of depression?
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Do antipsychotic medicines cause weight gain?

My daughter is on medication for her OCD behavior. Since the time the medication has started, which was about 3 months back, she has gained almost 13 lbs of weight. Is it a common...
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I feel hungry all the time. Is it a psychological problem?

I am never full and I keep eating all the time. When I have a craving I notice it's for junkier food. Is something wrong with me?
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What could be the reason for my anxiety?

I am a 36 year old woman and I am noticing a strange problem. I tend to get anxious very fast even when completing routine tasks such as brushing my teeth. Could this be hormonal...
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My son is displaying traits of kleptomania. He's young, but how can we deal with this problem?

My son is 10 years old and seems to have a strong urge to steal things. Wherever we go he tries to steal something. What can we do to tackle this issue?
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Is my daughter dependent on paracetamols? Could it be a psychological problem?

My daughter is 17 years old and the other day I found about 5 packets of Crocin in her cupboard. Upon asking her she confessed that she is very dependent on paracetamols through...
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My 17 Year Old Daughter Has Bulimia.

I am at a loss. She's refusing to continue talk therapy. At what point is she putting her life at risk? Do I force her into a treatment program? Can she outgrow it? I am worried...
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How do I get over the loss of my father?

I am 32-years-old and a month back I lost my father to cancer. While it wasn't necessarily sudden, his death has been very painful and has left me in a tough place. I am finding...
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How can I overcome negativity at my work place?

I am currently employed with a leading bank and get very good pay. However, I am unhappy about the fact that I am surrounded with a lot of negativity at my work place, which leaves...
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Is fear of closed spaces a real disorder?

I have been observing that the minute my daughter is in a closed space like an elevator she gets very nervous. In fact yesterday I even saw that she was sweating in the elevator...
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I am suffering from low self esteem with negative feelings about myself. Could I be depressed?

I do not feel good about myself and have extremely low self esteem. I am always questioning my abilities. Could this be a sign of depression? What can I do to make myself feel...
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Is being addicted to medicines like paracetamols a mental problem?

My friend is 19 years old and I am observing he has a strange addiction to paracetamols like Crocin. I see him popping a Crocin tablet almost every day and it is worrying me about...
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My wife is scared of having sex. How can I help her overcome this fear?

I have been married for the last 6 months and we have not been able to have sex because of my wife’s fears and inhibitions. She is very loving and I know she loves me a lot, but...
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Bad behavior?

Why does my son have rude or bad behavior when he sees new people greeting me?
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Could there be another reason for my breathlessness or is it anxiety?

I am going through a rough patch in my life due to my divorce. I am currently under tremendous amount of stress, and I have suddenly started feeling breathless even after doing...
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I am feeling very anxious and angry most of the time. What should I do?

I am all of a sudden noticing a lot of changes in my own behavior. I tend to lose my temper very fast and also feel very anxious. What should I do to treat this?
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I am unable to manage my stress. How can I help myself?

I am a freelancer by profession and I work on multiple projects at the same time. With deadlines and a stipulated time frame given, I find it very hard to mange my stress from...
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I am scared of darkness. Is this normal?

I have a wierd fear of darkness and of closed dark rooms. I begin to sweat and panic. Is it normal or should I actually visit a psychologist to get rid of my fear?
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My son is 16 years old and afraid of his exams. Should I send him to a psychologist?

My son is 16 years old and has many state exams this year. He is however extremely paranoid and scared to take his exams. Should I take him to a psychologist?
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