Anonymous asked this question on 4/17/2000:

Is there anything I can do to allay my depression? Somedays are better than others,but sometimes I find it hard to even get out of bed in the morning.

DrAnne gave this response on 4/17/2000:

Dear Anonymous:

I don't usually post to the boards but had to respond to one of the replies you got. There is nothing in the brief history you provided to suggest that either have or don't have a manic depression, which is a clinical diagnosis with specific symptomology, none of which you suggested here. Both Karunap and Kinghappy gave great suggestions in terms of some practical things you can do, including possibly seeing a mental health professional. But do not let the suggestion that you have a manic depression (called bipolar disorder) scare you because there is nothing clinically suggestive of that in your brief question. If you have continued concerns about it, please see a mental health professional for follow up and diagnosis.

DrAnne

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Anonymous rated this answer a 4.

Thanks,you make a good point.