My brother age is 27 years, after completing his graduation, he prepared for competitive exam, but could not succeed. Because of the social pressure and criticism he is not sharing his feelings and losing motivation and going in depression. He is hesitating in facing the society friend and always thinking what others think about him. Some times became violent ,when others ask about his exam results. How can I help him to live normal life and become happy. Suggest initial anti depression medicine, because it is tough for me to visit a doctor with him.

Dr. Surbhi AgrawalGeneral Physician13yrs exp

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Hello, There are many aspects of depression, the more of them you have the more likely you are to have a clinical depression. Some patients feel severely depressed and suicidal. If you have these feelings you should go to the emergency department immediately. Other things that people with depression can feel are sadness, low energy, lack of motivation, poor sleep, irritability, weight gain or loss, poor self image and sometimes even a lack of touch with reality. The more of these symptoms you have the more likely it is that you have serious depression. Treatments for depression include medications, counseling and exercise. Again the more of these you do the better your chance for a successful treatment. Good luck to you,  

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