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Can humans suffer from hydrophobia? Hello, Dr. Chen. I have read many articles about aquaphobia online, but the literature is quite limited and doesn't fully answer my questions, so I am here to ask you! Swimming has been something I've feared since childhood, especiall...

Social Anxiety Disorder I am a high school student who easily gets nervous and shy. I blush when talking to unfamiliar people, and I often fidget with my fingers, even struggling to make eye contact with them. During my third year of junior high, there were times when I spoke les...

Medication Consultation Hello doctor, I consulted you a few days ago regarding sleep medications: Lendormin 0.25mg, Zolpidem 7.5mg, and Stilnox 10mg. Which one has the longest duration of action? For the anxiolytics: Rivotril 2mg, Ativan 2mg, Xanax 2mg, and Alplax 15mg, which one...

If you experience eye strain and fatigue during periods of anxiety, consider the following steps: 1. **Take Breaks**: Follow the 20-20-20 rule. Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds to reduce eye strain. 2. **Practice Relaxation Techniques**: ...

Inability to control emotions? I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It sounds like you're experiencing significant emotional challenges, including anger and sadness, which have been difficult for you to manage. You mentioned that you often feel angry ove...

Most people experience depression and insomnia? Hello, doctor. I am currently facing a problem where I am unsure if I should see a doctor. My sleep duration is mostly around 5 to 6 hours, and I often struggle to wake up on time in the morning. At night, I frequently find myself r...

Mental status I often experience stomach pain, headaches, dizziness, and chest tightness, but all my medical examinations have come back normal. I feel the urge to sleep all the time, yet I can't fall asleep when others do. I've lost interest in things I used to enjoy a...

Is it obsessive-compulsive disorder? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if my situation is indicative of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). The issue began when a family elder put their hand in my child's mouth under certain circumstances. This elder has warts, and I am ve...

What should I do about obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, and racing thoughts? Hello, doctor. I'm really troubled by my constant overthinking. For example, when I'm riding my bike on a bike lane and I see another cyclist approaching, I suddenly start to worry about...

Unable to think clearly, feeling mentally suppressed? Previously, when I went to work in another place, I felt very suppressed. When I returned to my original living environment, I suddenly realized that I couldn't think clearly; I was constantly overthinking everything, whi...

Chest tightness, dizziness, and rapid heartbeat? I have been experiencing chest tightness and a rapid heartbeat (around 110 beats per minute) for the past week or two, which makes me feel dizzy and like my brain is lacking oxygen, almost to the point of not being able to breathe....

Severe insomnia after chemotherapy for breast cancer? Hello Dr. Chen, Five years ago, I underwent surgery and chemotherapy for breast cancer, and since then, I have been struggling with insomnia and anxiety. I have consulted with doctors during this time for treatment, but my s...

Is it a delusional disorder? My brother is a college student. For the past two weeks, he has been saying things like he is the source of chaos or that he is possessed by a demon. He interprets events happening at school or in society as being related to him, and he believes he is...

Should I seek medical attention? My husband is an only child who has been protected by his parents since childhood. Now, he works from home, and I feel that he either doesn't trust me or lacks security, or perhaps both. He seems to have a strong sense of suspicion. I work ou...

Schizophrenia How do individuals with schizophrenia find partners for marriage? Is there a risk of it being inherited by the next generation? Please provide information. Thank you.

Patients with bipolar disorder who require inpatient treatment? In the case of patients with bipolar disorder receiving inpatient treatment, the therapeutic approach typically includes a combination of medication management and psychotherapy. Medication treatment often involves m...

I urgently need your help? Director Chen: Hello, I have been on medication for nearly four and a half months. During this period, there has been no significant improvement in my condition, so my physician has made two adjustments to my medication and dosage. However, there has be...

How to encourage individuals with symptoms similar to depression to seek medical attention? A family member is experiencing mental instability following the death of their spouse, believing they are being haunted by spirits. They frequently burn joss paper and often hide under th...

I'm in so much pain? I have been accustomed to masturbation since my teenage years. At first, it was infrequent, but now it has become a daily habit, and I can't sleep without it. I keep telling myself to stop, but when the time comes, my mind goes blank, and by the tim...

Alcoholism Hello Dr. Chen, my mother has a serious problem with alcohol abuse, and she often drinks secretly. She has a history of long-term alcohol consumption that has led to a gastric ulcer. Especially in the past few days, after arguing with my father, she has been drinking e...