I think I probably suffer from mental health problems like social anxiety disorder, depression and...?
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Hi Joy\nI think the other two gave good advice, but I would like to recommend something else in addition to their suggestions, which really helped me.\n\nKeep a journal and write in it every day.  Keep it private and safe.  Write everything down.  I don't know why it should be, but the simple act of putting it down on paper is a kind of unburdening.  And since you're confiding in nobody but yourself, you can be as open as you wish.\n\nWhat I am suggesting costs nothing, involves no medication, no other person and can do you no harm.   Please give it a go.\n\nTake Care\n\nOh and eat good food, get gentle exercise, sleep well, all that stuff you already know about...
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If you have not already sought out help from a mental health professional I stongly suggest you do so.  Depression is extremely common and it can be managed by therapy and/or medications.  Either pinpointing the source through therapy or finding the right medications for you may allow you to enjoy those things you once used to.
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I think you need to see a psychiatrist. Sounds to me as if you have some serious issues.
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sounds like you have something in your sub-conscious which is troubling you, might be worth a chat with your Dr
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Don't try to diagnose yourself, you need to see a psychiatric doctor to get some help.  They can diagnose you properly as well.
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depression might be the cause.  it not only affects you mentally it can cause problems phisically as well.  you might want to talk to your doc about that.
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No.  I would prioritize your depression as the first problem to work on.  If you get depressed for more than a few weeks at time, and it's been happening for more than a year, you should think about seeing a psychiatrist.  Many people have had their lives dramatically improved by getting treatment.  Good luck.
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I am so sorry that you had to go through that. Please don't blame yourself. A lot of the older generation use the word "afflicted" to indicate mental illness, so I'm guessing that would be the problem. Good luck to you Sweetie!
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Go see a therapist, your symptoms sound the same as the ones I was experiencing. The doc. put me on some antidepressants and an anti anxiety med. Believe me, it's worth it. Some people might say it will just go away if you do this or that, but if it's getting worse it could be an illness that needs intervention, there's no shame in getting help, so you can reach your true life potential.
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Both might be helpful.  I'd start with a psychologist and see if that helps, but if you are diagnosed as depressed, both would really maximize the benefits.  PLEASE do not feel like only very mentally ill people need medications.  Plenty of well-functioning people become anxious or depressed, and feel better with some medication.  Don't be ashamed, a lot more people are unhappy than you think-it's just not something that people generally talk about with one another!!
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Social Anxiety..they make medications for it..see your doctor.
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You may have social anxiety. If you are comfortable around friends and family, but have trouble talking when meeting new people and find yourself worried about being evaluated by others, you may want to look into it. Try http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_anxiety and see how many symptoms match your personality.\n\nIf you think this may be the problem, see your doctor. A psychologist or psychiatrist may not be necessary, as there are many Rx medications effective for treatment.
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You should really go see your family doctor and let him or her know what is going on.  They can prescribe antdepresants and antianxiety medications to fit your specific needs.  Breathing exercises and hobbies help also, they help keep you mind off of things.
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Go see a Doctor, Therapist, Psychologist, etc, and he/she can help you with those questions, if it's that serious.
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You should DEFINATLEY go to a psychologist/psychiatris. They are very good at dealing with these things. You should go to your physician too because depression can be something chemical in your brain...and there is medication for that. So just do this as soon as you can and I hope you feel better about yourself and your life!
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You are experiencing social anxiety. It may or may not be related to a situation but it is treatable. Keep in mind that it can get worse. \n\nHave you ever heard of people that won't leave the house for months and months? That is a severe version of this problem.\n\nEarly medical care can minimize the problem. And it does need to be treated. You may or may not need medication, but do seek medical help. I would hate to see you miss out on life over something that REALLY is treatable.
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From your description, I would say that you have agoraphobia, which is a more common and powerful mental illness than most people think and thus needs to be treated like any other mental illness - i.e. with psychiatric discourse and medications.\n\nDon't listen to anyone who tells you that you are just shy, because you are an adult, and shyness is just a temporary child to teenage phase that goes away in adulthood like minor speech impediments or sexual inhibitions.\n\nThere is a big difference between shyness and mental illness, and shyness or even anti-social behavior is usually not nearly as serious and life-altering as what you are going through.\n\nIf you want to try alternative medicine to help yourself, then I suggest the following websites promoting alternative therapies for social anxiety or agoraphobia.