Does depression cause memory loss if you've dealt with it for a while?
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Not only that, it is a proven fact that when you are depressed, you really can´t remeber a thing. I mena, its not like you din´t HEAR and now you can´t remember, even if you tried to pay attention, ten minutes later you´ll be having trouble remembering what you heard, especially if the sentence was complex.
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You may need counseling to get over this.  When you think about a bad memory, it just makes it new again.  It sometimes hard to get over things like this without help.  good luck
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Short term memory loss. Gosh does it make me mad sometimes. I usually forget about non important things anyway, so no biggie!
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Well, a coworker suggested that I might be falling into a light state of depression. When I asked her why she said that. She said it is because she has noticed that I don't "fix up" anymore and I hardly ever smile anymore. She said she could tell that I don't care to be around people like I use to. When I thought about the things she was saying, I realized that she was right. I have been hurt and very disappointed within the past year or so. And now, I found myself at the point where I think negatively almost all the time. It's like I really don't have the energy or the drive to do anything besides go to work (and some mornings, I literally have to force myself to get dressed to go to work). I've just been down in the dumps. Do any of your symptoms sound like mine. No, I haven't been to a doctor and got his diagnosis, but I am pretty sure that it is depression. I seem to cry a whole lot and get bothered very easily. I am hoping that this thing will pass on its on without me having to seek any professional help. Maybe we could keep in touch and try to encourage each other through this. If you need to talk to someone, don't hesitate to contact me: clearlovepink@yahoo.com.
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What helped me with depression:\nI saw a psychiatrist, and he was really good, he got me to try different medications till we found one that worked. And its worked so well, that hes happy for me to come off them soonish.\nArt and poetry really helped me get thru it. Expressing myself was part of the healing process.\nLook after your physical health, so that when ur mental health is down, you wont be completely unable to do anything!\nGet plenty of sunshine. The weather really affects my depression!\nPpl usually say get plenty of exercise as its good for endorphins. I found that one particulalry hard- I didnt even want to get out of bed let alone exercise! But goodonya if you can :)\nCant think of anything else at the mo. Hoped this helped.
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It has been known to help although theres not many studies that have been done on it and it can differ from person to person depending on what form of depression and whether you are taking medication or not.\nBest of luck though.
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I think that might be ADHD, at least that covers the short attention span, and probably the symptom of forgetting, but I don't know if it covers quick mood changes.
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Depression can be caused by your diet.Go see a Doctor and they can figure it out but you should try to help by noticing when you become most depressed
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No, it's not better at all. Sometimes what you forget pops up out of the blue and you will feel miserable. While remembering makes you getting used to the fact that you have to live with it. Might be hard at the beginning but at the end it's better to accept it rather neglect it and keep it in a hidden drawer of your brain.\nAlways better to solve our issues then put it aside...\ngood luck!
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Poor memory...\n...and I forgot the rest.
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There are all sorts of things that can cause depression. Major life change or loss, basic chemical imbalance, changes that come with age such as puberty and menopause. Depending on the core of your depression there are many different paths to take. You might choose to see a counselor or try meds. Changing your diet and a good detox can be really helpful. Sometimes it's as simple as getting more exercise. Best of luck to you!
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Well, yes, I am a depression survivor.  I did not conquer it so much as just learn to deal with it.  I know I am vulnerable to depression.  I know it doesn't take much and that I am one to dwell on things and also to sulk and mope.  I am also a more introverted person and need my space, so for me, going out and partying would not help!  \n But I did learn that moping and staying home and not dealing with things is also very bad, probably the worst thing you can do.  \n\nIf you need time alone, you should take it, but make sure you are doing something productive or something you enjoy.  I need to do something creative usually.  If you do nothing, you will probably just feel worse.  \n\n    Getting exercise, doing a project, really helps.  For me, I like to cook, bake, or do crafts.  I like to read too, but I find too much sitting gets me in a bad mood, I will feel guilty if I just sit around and read all day, so I only read before bed now.  I make sure I get things done that I need to so that they do not pile up and overwhelm me. I try to keep things tidy and stop clutter from piling up, clutter is an energy-sapper.  I'm not really good at getting rid of clutter, luckily my husband helps a lot with this.  \n\nI take medication too.  I am pretty good right now.  I only see a psychiatrist once every 6 months, where he will do a med check and decide if he needs to make any adjustments.  If I feel worse in the meantime, all I have to do is call and I can get in right away.  He told me since I had depression most of my life, I will probably always need some medication.  \n  I just accepted that it's part of my personality.  (maybe somewhat my upbringing, and that I developed unhealthy ways of dealing with problems and of relating to people)  I don't want to become unable to function again.  I don't want to feel bad minute of every day.  I try to be proactive about it and nip the problems in the bud.  I work on things before they get out of control.  \n  At this point, you need help right away.  You need to get to a doctor, get to a therapist.   If you have been seing a doctor, talk to him and let him know you are not improving.  He should be able to come up with some ideas on what you need to change.  Get a new therapist.  counseling helps, but you have to be able to work with the person you are in therapy with.  You have to be able to communicate with them and tell them what is working and what isn't.  That is different for everyone.  You might have to change therapists a lot until you get one that "fits" with you and how you like to solve problems, and go about your mental healing.\n  Good luck and keep trying!
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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 think its true. to me, depression is causing it. i dont eat well, always sleepy, tired and no drive to do anything. im still dealing with it. one avise, get to the root of the problem, stay healthy.
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Your dosage and right intake of Ambien will probably not give you any such side effect as memory loss. That is a rare adverse effect of Ambien ( Lorazepam) and usually occurs only in patients, which take the highest possible dosage of it, or they are at the same time on other medications, such as SSRI antidepressants.\nHope that is of help.\nHave a great day!
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ABSOLUTELY!!! That's what happens to women with post-partum depression.  The hormones get all out of whack which has an effect on our mental status.  Some women (including myself) experience a touch of depression when the hormones naturally change right before our periods.
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MS itself physically causes depression.  I had had MS for 14 years before anyone told me that.  I've been on Buspar and Zoloft since then and  have not had major problems with depression.  \n\nBTW, I was diagnosed with MS in 1985.  I have never needed a wheelchair, but I do sometimes have to use a walker for stability.