Struggling with Mental Health: Seeking Help When You Don't Want It

I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's very important that you talk to someone who can help you, such

I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling this way.
It's very important that you talk to someone who can help you, such as a mental health professional or a trusted person in your life.

Lizi, 10~19 year old female. Ask Date: 2003/11/07

Dr. Tang Xinbei reply Psychiatry

Dear Lizzie,
It seems that you have engaged in self-harming behavior due to feeling down.
This is why the doctor has mandated your hospitalization under the Mental Health Act.
Based on what you mentioned in your previous letter, it appears that you have not expressed your distress to others before resorting to such actions.
If you are feeling low and also experiencing issues with sleep, appetite, mood, daily functioning, and thought processes that persist for more than two weeks, this could indicate depression.
Depression is a medical condition caused by a disruption in brain metabolism, and it requires both medication and psychotherapy for treatment.
I hope you will follow the doctor's instructions and receive the necessary treatment so that you can emerge from this dark valley and embrace the sunshine of life.
Wishing you peace and joy!

Reply Date: 2003/11/07

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I'm truly sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's really important that you talk to someone who can help you, such as a mental health professional or a trusted person in your life.

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