Going crazy, lie to family & friends. Lost my husband. How to change?
Patient: I think I am going crazy.  I lie to my family and friends .  I am not sure why.  My family was just here and said I dont let them into my thoughts.  I have lost my husband to kidney failure last week.  My family said I don't show emotion until I get "upset".  I think they are right.  I fear for my future.  Even my 97 year old mother told them I am too busy doing what I want to come to visit with her.   She is right.  I am sorry but the truth does hurt.  I want to change but dont know how to start. Doctor: Hello  Welcome to health care magic  I can understand your situation. I appreciate your effort to seek online support.   As per your details, you are possibly having underlying anxiety/depression/grief reaction. For this consult a psychiatrist for detailed evaluation. Following treatment strategies would be helpful-   1) Antidepressants like SSRIs (escitalopram, sertarline, paroxetine etc)  2) Antianxiety agents like clonazepam, lorazepam, alprazolam etc 3) Psychotherapy/ Counselling sessions 4) Relaxation techniques like yoga, meditation, deep breathing etc   Hope it helps  Good luck  Regards  Dr. Gourav Monga  Consultant Psychiatrist