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General Physician - Answered on Jun 24, 2024

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Asked by Anonymous - Jun 22, 2024Hindi
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I have taken 0.25 mg clonazepam for 14 months for a miss diagnosis of general anxiety disorder. I fear it might have caused me permanent deficits in cognitive as well as sexual function. I don't understand why the doctor did that. He didn't give psychotherapy, just pushed risky meds on me . I am in a constant fear of these damages as sites and studies all mark it to some permanent problems . Can anybody give me some advice. I even changed the psychiatrist yet they don't care about the side effects I am concerned of. please help

Ans: How old are you?
Asked on - Jun 24, 2024 | Answered on Jun 25, 2024
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I am 18 years old
Ans: Please consult a Psychotherapist and not a Psychiatrist.
There are many ways to come out of these medicines provided you strictly follow certain disciplines and take measured steps
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