Understanding Anxiety and Fear: Coping Strategies for Social Situations
Anxiety, fear, and restlessness? Hello, doctor. I often experience sudden feelings of fear, unease, or anxiety, especially in group settings where it becomes more severe. I feel very awkward, have a strong desire to escape, and am fearful of people, making it difficult for me to ...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer, Hello! Based on your description, it seems you may be experiencing a lack of self-confidence. If you are still a student, I recommend that you consider visiting the counseling center during school hours for a session with a counselor to work on self-development an...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Fear: Coping Strategies for Social Situations
Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Stopping Anxiety Medication
Problems that arise after discontinuing medication? Hello Doctor: I was diagnosed with panic disorder about a year ago. Recently, after discussing with my doctor, I decided to stop my medication starting the evening of July 14, 2016. However, starting the second night after stopp...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer: Hello! If you are currently having difficulty discontinuing the medication, you may resume the original prescribed dosage. You can discuss further management with your physician during your next outpatient visit. I hope this response is helpful. Thank you for your ...[Read More] Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Stopping Anxiety Medication
Understanding Communication Challenges: When to Seek Psychiatric Help
Consultation Issues Interpersonal Relationships Communication When I was a child, I realized that when teachers asked if I had been bullied in kindergarten, they completely misunderstood what I was trying to convey. This misunderstanding often occurred when I spoke with classmate...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, regarding the concerns you described, I recommend that you visit a psychiatrist (also known as a psychosomatic specialist) accompanied by a family member or friend. This will allow the psychiatrist and psychologist to assist you with the necessary evaluations. I hope this ...[Read More] Understanding Communication Challenges: When to Seek Psychiatric Help
Managing Mental Health Issues After Drug Abuse: Seeking Effective Solutions
Psychotic disorders caused by drug use? I'm sorry to hear about your sister's situation. It's important to approach this with care. Given her history of substance abuse and the current mental health issues, it would be advisable to seek a comprehensive evaluation f...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, user: Based on your description of your sister's emotions and behaviors, it is indeed possible that she may be affected by drug-related harm or drug-induced mental illness. It is advisable for family members to accompany her to a psychiatric evaluation and treatment t...[Read More] Managing Mental Health Issues After Drug Abuse: Seeking Effective Solutions
Supporting a Parent Struggling with Anxiety and Depression
Anxiety and depression? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my mother's situation over the past few months. Since we do not live together, I have been observing her through visits and phone calls. Earlier this year, she mentioned that she started experiencing insomnia an...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, based on your description of your mother's emotions and behaviors, it is possible that she is experiencing depression combined with anxiety and autonomic nervous system dysregulation. It is advisable for family members to accompany her for further evaluation and treat...[Read More] Supporting a Parent Struggling with Anxiety and Depression
Am I Experiencing Postpartum Depression? A New Mom's Concerns
Is this postpartum depression? I am a new mother, 23 days postpartum, and I am really scared about the possibility of developing postpartum depression, as everyone says it can happen. I don’t understand why I felt no joy or emotion when my baby was born (my husband and his family...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello: Women do experience significant physical and mental changes after childbirth, along with the stress of caring for a newborn. Based on your description of possible postpartum depression symptoms, it is advisable to visit a psychiatrist (or a psychosomatic medicine specialis...[Read More] Am I Experiencing Postpartum Depression? A New Mom's Concerns
Understanding Shoulder Pain: Is It a Sign of Depression?
Shoulder pain I live with my family, and my mother has been nagging me from morning until night. It's driving me to the brink of a breakdown. I feel very frustrated, want to cry, and sometimes wish I could just end it all. She constantly pressures me to work and earn money, ...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, Pin-Chien: Based on your description, you may be experiencing symptoms related to depression. It is recommended that you visit a psychiatrist (or a psychosomatic medicine specialist) accompanied by family or friends for an evaluation and treatment. I hope this information ...[Read More] Understanding Shoulder Pain: Is It a Sign of Depression?
Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Stopping Anxiety Medication
Withdrawal symptoms after discontinuing anti-anxiety medications? Hello, Doctor Huang: I would like to ask about withdrawal symptoms after stopping medication. Please help me. Previously, I had ongoing gastrointestinal issues, including symptoms of acid reflux. After visiting a g...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, Zhenzhen: Based on your description, you may be experiencing symptoms of anxiety disorder combined with autonomic nervous system dysfunction. With appropriate medication and relaxation training, your condition can usually improve or be resolved. It is recommended that you ...[Read More] Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Stopping Anxiety Medication
Link Between Hyperthyroidism and Mental Health Issues Explained
The association between hyperthyroidism and mental disorders? Hello Doctor: A family member has hyperthyroidism (previously hypothyroidism). I have noticed that they have become irritable and their speech is sometimes not fluent. Is it that the mental health issues came first or ...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, based on your description of your friend's emotions and behaviors, it is possible that they may be affected by thyroid function. It would be advisable to first consult an endocrinologist for treatment. If the psychiatric symptoms persist, it would be more appropriate ...[Read More] Link Between Hyperthyroidism and Mental Health Issues Explained
Understanding Severe Depression: Seeking Help When Financial Barriers Exist
Major Depressive Disorder Hello, Doctor: I have been seeing a psychiatrist at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital since high school due to self-harm, for at least one to two years. The doctor conducted psychological assessments and stated that I needed psychotherapy. However, due to the...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear inquirer, regarding your situation, it may be advisable to pursue both medication and psychotherapy simultaneously. As for whether you can apply for major illness status, you will need to discuss this with your regular physician. Additionally, the approval for the major illn...[Read More] Understanding Severe Depression: Seeking Help When Financial Barriers Exist
Can Panic Disorder Improve Through Personal Courage and Change?
Is it possible for panic disorder to resolve on its own? Hello, Dr. Huang. After learning about the term "panic disorder," I realized that I am indeed a patient with this condition. Throughout my life, I often experience symptoms such as palpitations, nervousness, anxie...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer, Panic disorder is a condition related to dysregulation of the autonomic nervous system. With appropriate medication and relaxation training, symptoms can often improve or resolve. However, panic disorder typically does not subside simply by deciding to be brave; r...[Read More] Can Panic Disorder Improve Through Personal Courage and Change?
Feeling Lost: Coping with Anxiety and Emotional Turmoil
I'm sorry, but I need more context or specific information to provide an accurate translation or response. Could you please provide additional details? I have no mood or interest in doing anything, but I live in a communal setting where I still have to do many things on my o...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer: Based on your description, you may be experiencing psychosomatic symptoms related to depression. It is advisable to have a friend or family member accompany you to a psychiatric (or psychosomatic) clinic as soon as possible, so that a psychiatrist can assist with t...[Read More] Feeling Lost: Coping with Anxiety and Emotional Turmoil
Coping with Anxiety: Managing Panic Attacks and Stressful Situations
Anxiety Panic Disorder Hello, I previously consulted with a mental health specialist in Taoyuan who diagnosed me with anxiety disorder. Now that I am living with my mother-in-law, her presence has caused me to need to take more medication to relax. Currently, I am experiencing te...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, based on your description, it is indeed possible that you are experiencing the effects of anxiety disorder. It is advisable to visit a psychiatrist (or a psychosomatic specialist) accompanied by a family member for a re-evaluation and appropriate treatment. Thank you for y...[Read More] Coping with Anxiety: Managing Panic Attacks and Stressful Situations
Understanding Sleep Talking: Causes and Solutions for Disturbed Sleep
About sleep talking? I am a light sleeper... I often get awakened by my husband talking in his sleep. He calls out to me, talks to me, and can even have a conversation while his eyes are open. It takes him a few minutes to fully wake up, and after talking in his sleep, he goes ba...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer: Hello! Regarding your husband's situation, it is recommended to consult a psychiatrist (or a psychosomatic medicine specialist) nearby to evaluate whether there are sleep disorders or other mental health issues. If necessary, the physician will assist with fur...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Talking: Causes and Solutions for Disturbed Sleep
Understanding Depression and Bipolar Disorder: Key Insights for Support
Understanding Depression and Bipolar Disorder Hello doctor, my boyfriend recognized that he had depression before he went into the military, and it was only recently, in the past month, that he went to a large hospital for a consultation, where the doctor confirmed that he indeed...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
User: Hello, based on your description of your friend's emotions and behaviors, it is indeed possible that they are affected by depression. It would be advisable to encourage them to continue seeking evaluation and treatment from a psychiatrist, preferably with family suppor...[Read More] Understanding Depression and Bipolar Disorder: Key Insights for Support
Understanding Medication for Autonomic Nervous System Disorders
Questions about medications for autonomic nervous system disorders? Hello, doctor. I have been taking [Lefutide] to treat autonomic nervous system disorders, and my condition has improved. However, I stopped taking it for two weeks due to gastroenteritis and did not continue. I w...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
User: Hello, if the medication has not been taken for two weeks, it should be considered as discontinuation. However, if symptoms are starting to reappear, it is advisable to continue taking [Luvox]. After finishing the medication, a follow-up evaluation with a psychiatrist is ne...[Read More] Understanding Medication for Autonomic Nervous System Disorders
Supporting a Friend with Postpartum Depression: Essential Tips for Loved Ones
Postpartum depression Hello, doctor. My friend has just given birth and her mental state postpartum is quite poor. She frequently experiences paranoid delusions and has mood swings, believing that her child will be harmed. This has been ongoing for a week, which has also exhauste...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Hello, based on your description, your friend is likely experiencing postpartum depression or related mental health issues. It is advisable to visit a nearby psychiatric clinic or mental health facility for an evaluation and treatment by a psychiatrist. Family members or close fr...[Read More] Supporting a Friend with Postpartum Depression: Essential Tips for Loved Ones
How to Address Your Child's Unintentional Exposure to Adult Content
Mental Health Hello doctor, my child is six years old and is a boy. Recently, I discovered that he found adult content on the Tubex app on his tablet. At first, I thought he stumbled upon it accidentally, but after observing him for a while, it seems he actively seeks it out and ...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer: Hello, your child should naturally be curious about many things during their growth process. However, it is not appropriate for them to be exposed to excessive sexual-related information and stimuli at this age. You can redirect their time towards other activitie...[Read More] How to Address Your Child's Unintentional Exposure to Adult Content
Understanding Unexplained Anxiety: A Guide for Students
Unexplained anxiety Hello, doctor. This issue has started to affect my life. I have searched for various psychiatric conditions but still cannot determine what is wrong with me. In my sophomore year of high school, due to significant stress, I experienced several episodes of sudd...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer, Based on your description, you may be experiencing symptoms of panic disorder combined with depression. Panic disorder is a type of autonomic nervous system dysfunction. With appropriate medication and relaxation training, the condition can often improve or resolv...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Anxiety: A Guide for Students
Overcoming Relationship Barriers: Navigating Love, Self-Confidence, and Mental Health
Relationship difficulties At my age, I have never been in a relationship; I really want to date and eventually get married and have children because I love kids. However, I lack confidence in myself and in the men in society. I am short and overweight, but I don't want to at...
Dr. Huang Weiqin reply Psychiatry
Dear Inquirer, Hello! Based on your description, it seems that you lack confidence in yourself and potential partners. Since you are a student, I recommend that if your school schedule permits, you consider visiting the counseling center to engage in self-development and self-af...[Read More] Overcoming Relationship Barriers: Navigating Love, Self-Confidence, and Mental Health