The following questions are related to ‘Depression’ at Ask the Psychologist: Online Clinical Psychologist.
Q: I am extremely concerned about my boyfriend; he has severe mood swings, but nothing like depression then happiness — more like normal behavoir and then erratic spurts of rage at the smallest things. His behavior isn’t just with/towards me, but with everyone around him. He snaps without cause (though he might have one in [...]
Q: Recently, a young teenager has confided to me her apparent move into the world of ‘Emo’. She has stated that she believes she is “full” Emo. Her speech is very dark, she speaks of cutting, deep emotional distress, etc. She exposes herself to Emo music, web related information, reading material, and so on. She [...]
Q: This question is going to sound really stupid but here it goes anyway. I am a 33-year-old female, and I have been experiencing extreme mood swings for several years now (since pre-teen years). Lately, however, they have become worse. I will be in a really good mood, feeling happy and positive and then in [...]
Q: Hi, I’m 15 and have a few questions about depression. I feel that I suffer from depression and have a great fear of seeking help. I feel that if I ask someone they will just say I’m trying to get attention and not take me seriously. I’ve resolved to self harm, drinking, and drug [...]
Q: My boyfriend is suffering from depression. We have been together for 7 years and our relationship is on the end, as he is saying he dosen’t really want to be with me. He is very confused, stressed and overworked, and it is making me depressed with the things he says and does to me. [...]
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