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What Causes Depression And Severe ADD?

Hi, I had a TIA in September, 2015. I suffered short term memory issues. There was no identifying reason for the stroke except for extreme stress. I have recovered most of my memory but have severe ADD. I have been taking Adderal for the ADD. Lately I have been extremely depressed and unmotivated. I am 68 and still have to work at least 20 hours a week. I dont have any siblings and most family members are deceased. I do have a late life daughter who is 24. Would the stroke have caused this depression ...I feel hopeless and do not want to interact with social situations. What should I tell a psychiatrist ?
Tue, 29 May 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Stroke is one of the common cause of depression. Infact available data indicate that prevalence of post stroke depression ranges from 30-60% over the six months after the stroke.

In my opinion you need to get psychiatrist opinion and describe the problem in possible details so he can help you.


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What Causes Depression And Severe ADD?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Stroke is one of the common cause of depression. Infact available data indicate that prevalence of post stroke depression ranges from 30-60% over the six months after the stroke. In my opinion you need to get psychiatrist opinion and describe the problem in possible details so he can help you. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.