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What Causes Intermittent Suicidal Tendencies With Depression?

I have intermittent suicidal tendencies, although there is no imminent threat of me killing myself. I go through long periods of being neutral, depressed and sometimes elated. I am 21 and I would maybe consider going to a doctor who has specific experience in working with people my age.
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I think, you have depression and you should consult a psychiatrist. It is good that you could control your suicidal thoughts on your own, but in your case, you need proper dosing of antidepressant that would help to decrease such tendency. In case, you need further help, you can ask.

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What Causes Intermittent Suicidal Tendencies With Depression?

Hi Thanks for using healthcare magic I think, you have depression and you should consult a psychiatrist. It is good that you could control your suicidal thoughts on your own, but in your case, you need proper dosing of antidepressant that would help to decrease such tendency. In case, you need further help, you can ask. Thanks