Understanding Sleep Paralysis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Frequent feelings of heaviness while sleeping? Hello Dr. Chen, Here's the situation: Four years ago, I occasionally experienced a heavy sensation while sleeping, which felt similar to what is commonly referred to as sleep paralysis. However, I understand there is a scientif...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello Pu Qiu: Based on your situation, I recommend that you visit a hospital with a "Sleep Medicine Center" to undergo a sleep study. This will help determine what changes occur in your body during sleep and identify the causes of your sleep disturbances from the report...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Paralysis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
What to Do If You Lose Your Sleep Medication and Health Cards?
What should I do if I lost my sleeping pills, health insurance card, and disability handbook together? Hello, Dr. Gu! I have a habit of taking sleeping pills, but two days ago, during a trip to the southern part of the island, I discovered that my sleeping pills, health insurance...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello MeiMei: You have used many exclamation marks, which shows that you must be very anxious. Your questions are divided into two parts. The first is about "losing your health insurance card" (the following is copied from the National Health Insurance Administration we...[Read More] What to Do If You Lose Your Sleep Medication and Health Cards?
Understanding Anxiety and Isolation: A Journey Through Mental Health
What is wrong with me? I often tell my doctor that I feel down and afraid of many things. I don't dare to go anywhere alone and I'm scared of interacting with others. I frequently have thoughts of wanting to die, but I can't express my feelings. I feel introverted ...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Strange: Is there an unfinished word after the last punctuation mark, which is a comma?[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Isolation: A Journey Through Mental Health
Overcoming Sleep Disorders and Depression: Tips for Students
Sleep disorders & emotional depression Hello Dr. Chen, I am a senior student and have been experiencing severe sleep problems since high school. Every night, I find myself overthinking and it takes me about 2 to 3 hours to fall asleep. I have tried various methods such as r...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello Nina: There are many "methods to improve sleep and simple stress relief techniques that can be done daily," but I noticed that you have already tried many approaches: you have attempted to relax, drink warm milk, take traditional Chinese medicine, and even visit a...[Read More] Overcoming Sleep Disorders and Depression: Tips for Students
Understanding Anxiety and Isolation: A Journey Through Mental Health Struggles
What is wrong with me? I'm introverted and withdrawn, and I don't dare to do anything. People treat me like an idiot; this is not acceptable, and that is not acceptable. I am constantly mocked and bullied, which makes me feel frustrated, anxious, depressed, and on the v...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Mr. Strange: Your situation does not seem to resemble autism, but rather that life appears to be quite challenging for you. You have two issues: the first is being overweight. Being overweight is not a crime, but it can lead to unnecessary troubles in certain situations (such as ...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Isolation: A Journey Through Mental Health Struggles
Understanding Mental Health: Can Medication Help Control Negative Thoughts?
What exactly happened? Can medication help me avoid these thoughts? Although I feel angry inside, do I really have to rely on medication to control myself? I think I should try to change my situation because I absolutely hate being like this; I’m not happy living this way. For me...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
I’m not asking if you can accept medication because I believe your symptoms can be resolved with drugs, but rather to understand your expectations regarding medical treatment. Moreover, I cannot fully grasp your situation based solely on text from the internet. Based on the infor...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Can Medication Help Control Negative Thoughts?
Feeling Stuck: Navigating Mental Health and Finding Purpose
"Ghost hitting the wall" I have seen two doctors, and both said that I am fine, but I just think too much. I told them that I am unhappy every day, and the doctors asked me why I feel this way. I said it might be because I feel unsuccessful. They asked me what I conside...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Of course, you can feel unhappy, you can complain a lot, you can be dissatisfied with yourself, and you can continue to go in circles; what does it matter? This statement is not meant to criticize you, but rather to sincerely express this to you. Living without a sense of purpose...[Read More] Feeling Stuck: Navigating Mental Health and Finding Purpose
Are XANAX and KINAX the Same? Understanding Their Differences and Uses
XANAX (alprazolam) and KINAX (clonazepam) are not the same. XANAX is primarily used for the treatment of anxiety disorders and panic disorders, while KINAX is used for seizure disorders and anxiety. Although both belong to the benzodiazepine class of medications, they have differ...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello Mr. Wu: Xanax and Kinax are medications with the same active ingredient but different brands. Theoretically, their composition and effects are identical, with only differences in appearance and taste. Some patients may experience adverse reactions when using different brand...[Read More] Are XANAX and KINAX the Same? Understanding Their Differences and Uses
Understanding Body Image Issues: Is It Obesity Phobia or Something Deeper?
Obesophobia? Hello Dr. Chen: My sister is in her second year of high school and is very thin, weighing only 36 kilograms, yet she feels that she is overweight. Since starting high school, she has stopped eating breakfast and lunch, and for dinner, she only eats cookies instead of...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello Jiafen: Based on the information you provided, your sister is likely suffering from what Western medicine refers to as "Anorexia Nervosa." Let's take a look at a video about anorexia patients: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFbYW6bNViw. As mentioned in the vi...[Read More] Understanding Body Image Issues: Is It Obesity Phobia or Something Deeper?
Understanding Sensitivity to Sounds: Is It a Mental Health Issue?
Too sensitive? I have been troubled by a question for a long time: I am very sensitive to breathing sounds or the sounds of chewing. Whenever I hear them, I feel a strong aversion. For example, when my classmate behind me breathes loudly due to nasal congestion, I feel an urge to...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello, little sister: You asked, "Why is this happening?" but actually, only you know "why this is happening," and the answer is hidden in a drawer in your heart for which you cannot find the key. For example, there is a person who is very sensitive to grass r...[Read More] Understanding Sensitivity to Sounds: Is It a Mental Health Issue?
Understanding Sleep Issues: When to Seek Help for Sleep Disorders
About Sleep Hello, I have a sleep problem. Ever since I started high school, I almost always come home and fall asleep right after dinner (around seven o'clock). I usually sleep straight through until morning (it's hard to wake me up). I sometimes wake up in the middle ...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello, A Gu: Sleeping more than eight hours a day is not necessarily a problem, unless you wake up feeling tired after sleeping for over eight hours, or you find yourself unable to resist falling asleep during other activities (such as riding a bike or chatting with classmates). ...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Issues: When to Seek Help for Sleep Disorders
Feeling Cursed: Understanding Unexplained Physical and Mental Discomfort
I often feel as if I have been cursed..? Recently, I sometimes feel unwell, as if I were cursed. I experience unexplained discomfort throughout my body, along with headaches. My mental state is also poor, and I have trouble sleeping, often requiring sleeping pills to fall asleep....
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello Allita: It is recommended to first undergo a comprehensive health check-up to identify any physiological causes and provide targeted treatment. If the examination results are generally normal but you still experience headaches, insomnia, and poor mental state, you may consi...[Read More] Feeling Cursed: Understanding Unexplained Physical and Mental Discomfort
Understanding Trauma Responses: Helping a Partner Heal from Past Abuse
I don't know what the symptoms are? Hello! I would like to ask about my girlfriend. Two years ago, she was in a relationship with a boyfriend who often physically abused her and treated her like a dog (according to her description). They broke up a year ago, and she met me a...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello, Mr. Zhongyu: In psychiatry, there is a diagnosis known as "Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder" (PTSD). This specifically refers to symptoms experienced by individuals who have gone through traumatic events (such as the woman mentioned in your inquiry, who has experie...[Read More] Understanding Trauma Responses: Helping a Partner Heal from Past Abuse
Signs of Depression: Understanding the Struggles and Seeking Help
I think I might have depression? I'm crying every day. When I'm tired from crying, I sleep, and when I wake up, I cry again. I don't eat anything, and when I'm so hungry that I can't stand it anymore, I suddenly eat a lot, to the point of feeling nauseous...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
The Ice Witch: Well, I can't diagnose you with depression just from your words, but your writing conveys a message of "I'm in so much pain, please help me!" It's exhausting to hold on by yourself; let a doctor assist you, okay? Find a hospital or clinic w...[Read More] Signs of Depression: Understanding the Struggles and Seeking Help
Is There a Link Between Bipolar Disorder and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Bipolar disorder Is it true that people with bipolar disorder may also have polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), as some doctors have suggested? If not, what should be done?
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello, Xiao Lu: There have been a few studies suggesting that polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) may be associated with certain medications used for bipolar disorder, but the cases are limited. If you received this information from a physician, I recommend discussing "what to ...[Read More] Is There a Link Between Bipolar Disorder and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome?
Understanding Excessive Sleepiness: Is It Narcolepsy or Something Else?
A long-standing issue—excessive daytime sleepiness?! Hello Dr. Chen, This is my first time writing to seek advice regarding sleep disorders. I have been experiencing this issue since the third year of middle school, where I would unintentionally fall asleep during class. Because...
Dr. Chen Yuying reply Psychiatry
Hello, regarding daytime sleepiness, there are many potential causes. First, the most common cause is "insufficient sleep syndrome," which refers to inadequate nighttime sleep leading to excessive daytime drowsiness. If this is the case, it is essential to actively impr...[Read More] Understanding Excessive Sleepiness: Is It Narcolepsy or Something Else?