Should this person go to the doctor?

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The discussion centers on the mental health of a medical student exhibiting alternating moods over a three-year period. The individual experiences cycles of happiness and despair, questioning whether this behavior is normal or warrants a doctor's visit. Participants agree that if the individual is experiencing depression, consulting a healthcare professional is advisable. The consensus emphasizes the importance of seeking help when mental health is in question.

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  • Familiarity with the signs of depression and anxiety
  • Knowledge of the role of healthcare professionals in mental health
  • Awareness of the challenges faced by medical students
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  • Research the symptoms and treatment options for depression
  • Learn about the mental health resources available for medical students
  • Explore coping strategies for managing stress and mood fluctuations
  • Investigate the importance of seeking professional help for mental health concerns
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This discussion is beneficial for medical students, mental health professionals, and anyone interested in understanding the impact of academic stress on mental well-being.

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I am not asking for a diagnosis . i am only asking weather the behavior of my brother is normal or if he should go check .

in brief , he alternates ... he is a medical student , one week he is happy about it and he thinks it's not that hard , and the next week he hates it and he thinks it's too hard . the thing is ... he has been like that for 3 years , alternating every other week .

besides , in general he is always like that ... like in some days he wants to go out and have fun and he enjoys life , and in some other days he is depressed ... should he go to the doctor and check ? or is this normal for some people ? ...
 
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alan_longor said:
I am not asking for a diagnosis . i am only asking weather the behavior of my brother is normal or if he should go check .

in brief , he alternates ... he is a medical student , one week he is happy about it and he thinks it's not that hard , and the next week he hates it and he thinks it's too hard . the thing is ... he has been like that for 3 years , alternating every other week .

besides , in general he is always like that ... like in some days he wants to go out and have fun and he enjoys life , and in some other days he is depressed ... should he go to the doctor and check ? or is this normal for some people ? ...
If he really is depressed some days, he should talk with his doctor about it. Thread is closed.
 

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