Dr. Chen Wenyu reply Psychiatry Question - Page 9

Is this depression? I am a 17-year-old girl, and for about a year now, I have been experiencing emotional instability, which leads me to binge eat and then purge. I have tried to control it, but I fail every time. I feel guilty about eating, yet I constantly feel empty and compel...

Consultation hours First of all, thank you for the doctor's response. I apologize for bothering you during your busy time. I am a high school freshman and currently facing some unpleasant situations. I have been troubled by a pessimistic way of thinking, which often leads me...

What should I do? Hello, doctor. I'm the one who asked you before, Pi Pi. I know my boyfriend often talks about suicide, which is not good. He frequently mentions it, and I really feel pressured being with him. I have told him, "Don't use suicide to threaten me.&qu...

What should I do? Hello, doctor. I am a high school freshman. In middle school, I was in the same class as my boyfriend. He would get jealous when he saw me talking to other boys and having fun with them. Over time, he became unhappy and seemed to develop symptoms of depression. ...

Overthinking..? I often find myself thinking negatively because of a single comment or event. I feel like something bad is going to happen, as if an accident is imminent or someone is out to harm me. I even worry when my friends cross the street, fearing they might get hit by a c...

Negative thoughts and anxiety? Thank you for taking the time to address my concerns! My background and current living environment are quite normal. However, I have been struggling with psychological issues: 1. Recently, I have experienced some **minor physical ailments**. Since I...

I want to determine if I have generalized anxiety disorder! I am a senior in high school. This year, I am facing the pressure of major exams, along with the stress from my parents' ongoing conflicts and issues, schoolwork, and family finances. I have noticed that I have beco...

Schizophrenia I read in the Journal of the Taiwan Psychiatric Association that three individuals died after taking the antipsychotic medication clozapine for two and a half years. What is the safety of long-term use of Seroquel?

Depression Not talking much, sometimes standing, sometimes sitting. Not listening to others when they speak, and repeating actions. Has undergone treatment at our hospital before, but has not been taking medication regularly. Will this worsen the condition? Please provide an answ...

Schizophrenia How long after stopping medication for schizophrenia without relapse can it be considered cured?

Application How can a patient with schizophrenia who holds a major illness card apply for a physical and mental disability handbook? How can they apply for disability assistance?

Acute Can medication be discontinued for acute schizophrenia?

How to differentiate? How to distinguish between chronic and acute schizophrenia?

Consider discontinuing medication? Is it possible to consider discontinuing medication if the condition is stable (schizophrenia)?

Can I engage in this activity? Can patients with schizophrenia (experiencing auditory hallucinations) engage in activities such as swimming, shallow water activities, mountaineering, climbing heights, and skiing? What is the likelihood of relapse if they completely stop their med...

Schizophrenia Hello, doctor: I have been taking medication for schizophrenia, but I find it difficult to get up in the morning. I sleep until 11 or 12 a.m. The medications and dosages I am taking are as follows: Seroquel (100 mg), Solian (400 mg), Geodon (80 mg), Risperdal (2 mg)...

If the medication is discontinued? If a patient with schizophrenia (auditory hallucinations) stops medication and experiences a relapse, the situation may involve a return of symptoms such as hallucinations, delusions, disorganized thinking, and impaired functioning. The severity...

Depression and Suicide Issues I would like to ask about the relationship between depression and suicide.

Schizophrenia Can schizophrenia (auditory hallucinations) be completely cured? Is it possible to fully recover and stop medication?

Medications For schizophrenia with auditory hallucinations, the typical medications prescribed are antipsychotics. Common options include: 1. **Risperidone**: Starting dose is usually 1-2 mg per day, which can be adjusted based on response and tolerability. 2. **Olanzapine**: St...