Fast causing high anxiety
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Question
A person suffering from depression and anxiety, and the fast causes them high and very burdensome mental stress. What should they do regarding the fast of Tisha B'Av?
Answer
Hello Rabbi
There is no obligation to fast in this situation.
Source
Shulchan Aruch, Orach Chaim, Siman 554, Sif 6
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