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Can Depression Cause Memory Loss?

Hey so I have very bad depression and didn t want to live yesterday after feeling like I was worthless and hopeless. I took 27 7.5 mg pills and still woke up. I feel like I have less memory. Is it possible the I experienced brain damage? Thank you for answering my question.
Wed, 23 Nov 2016
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Hi,
Yes, depression can cause temporary memory loss. Please don't give up . be positive It can be effectively managed by regular counselling/ therapy , anti depressants. joining support groups/ Getting involved in activities of interest can elevate your mood too.
Memory can be improved with different memory aids like using alarm clock to keep track of time/ making list of works to be done & time for it.Writing safety aids on the appliances being used. Appointing some assistance to help you.
Mind concentration & relaxation exercises do help.
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Can Depression Cause Memory Loss?

Hi, Yes, depression can cause temporary memory loss. Please don t give up . be positive It can be effectively managed by regular counselling/ therapy , anti depressants. joining support groups/ Getting involved in activities of interest can elevate your mood too. Memory can be improved with different memory aids like using alarm clock to keep track of time/ making list of works to be done & time for it.Writing safety aids on the appliances being used. Appointing some assistance to help you. Mind concentration & relaxation exercises do help. Thanks.