Feeling Like My Legs Aren't Mine: A Doctor's Insight on Sleep Issues
The foot... is not mine? Dr. Lin has recently been experiencing difficulty sleeping at night or waking up in the middle of the night and being unable to fall back asleep. Previously, he has had trouble sleeping due to a persistent itching sensation deep within his thighs, which f...
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If there is a condition that requires further understanding, please seek medical attention nearby (internal medicine or psychiatry). Dr. Lin.[Read More] Feeling Like My Legs Aren't Mine: A Doctor's Insight on Sleep Issues
Understanding Mental Health Struggles: Seeking Help and Hope for Recovery
Mental illness Hello Doctor: I am still troubled by mental health issues. Yesterday, I visited the Sacred Heart Hospital for treatment, and after taking the medication, I felt much better physically. I explained my symptoms to the doctor: I still have poor memory, a strange feeli...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello, your symptoms appear to be what is referred to in the field of psychiatry as comorbidity of multiple disorders, including anxiety, depression, panic, and obsessive-compulsive symptoms. This condition can be challenging to treat, but there is still hope. Your medication is ...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health Struggles: Seeking Help and Hope for Recovery
Understanding Emotional Confusion: Navigating Mental Health Challenges
Occasionally, it feels as if emotions cannot be expressed, akin to a resentful woman in a secluded palace? I often struggle to understand my emotions; sometimes I feel very happy but can't seem to smile, and I frequently can't figure out why I'm sad. I find it diff...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: It seems that you are experiencing some emotional issues. Has this been going on for a long time? You may be experiencing symptoms of depression. Regardless, online resources cannot fully address your emotional distress. It would be beneficial to discuss this face-to-face ...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Confusion: Navigating Mental Health Challenges
Choosing the Right Psychiatrist for Depression: A Patient's Dilemma
Continuation of Depression Hello Dr. Lin, I have a question I would like to ask you. On May 8th, I received treatment from a psychiatrist at Yilan Hospital, who diagnosed me with psychoneurotic depression (which is different from the previous diagnosis of panic disorder with dep...
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Understanding Panic and Depression: A Soldier's Mental Health Journey
Mental illness Hello, Doctor: I am a conscripted soldier. In January of this year, after suffering from a severe cold, I visited a physician who recommended that I see a psychiatrist. After evaluation, I was diagnosed with panic disorder and depression, which I had been experienc...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: I apologize for the delay in my response due to my busy schedule recently. You have already seen a psychiatrist and received a diagnosis of panic disorder with depression, and the symptoms have persisted for nearly two years, which must have been quite distressing for you....[Read More] Understanding Panic and Depression: A Soldier's Mental Health Journey
Understanding Memory Gaps: Causes, Solutions, and When to Seek Help
Memory disruption Hello Doctor: I am in my early forties and have been experiencing poor memory, including frequent episodes of memory lapses where I cannot connect thoughts from one moment to the next. This happens at least once a day. What could be the cause of this? Are there ...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: I have already answered the question on April 11. Please refer to the response section for the answer. Thank you, Lin Yan-Hong.[Read More] Understanding Memory Gaps: Causes, Solutions, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Memory Gaps: Causes, Solutions, and When to Seek Help
Memory disruption Hello Doctor: I am in my early forties and have poor memory, often experiencing episodes of memory lapses where I cannot connect thoughts from one moment to the next, occurring at least once a day. What could be the reason for this? Are there any methods to impr...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello, A-Yan: My name also contains the character "Yan," so I feel a special connection. Regarding your memory issues, it is common for memory to decline with age. If it is not due to having too many responsibilities or frequent difficulties in concentrating, pathologic...[Read More] Understanding Memory Gaps: Causes, Solutions, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Neuroasthenia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Neurasthenia Doctor: Hello~~ I have been experiencing insomnia, vivid dreams, a feeling of mental agitation preventing me from falling asleep, sensitivity to noise, headaches, dizziness, and unsteady gait for about three years now. I have sought medical attention intermittently, ...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: Neurasthenia is an early term used to describe mild mental disorders. Currently, physicians do not use this diagnosis; however, some patients may find it easier to understand when referred to as "neurasthenia" rather than using medical terminology for certain psy...[Read More] Understanding Neuroasthenia: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Understanding My Father's Hallucinations: A Psychiatric Perspective
I'm not sure what to do? Doctor, my father has been taking an over-the-counter cold medication for many years. About four to five years ago, after he suddenly lost his job, he started exhibiting some strange behaviors, such as hallucinations, delusions, and talking to himsel...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: There are two possible causes for your father's psychiatric symptoms. 1. Organic factors: Your father has a history of long-term use of over-the-counter medications (some of which contain stimulants), or there may be identifiable neurological conditions affecting his ...[Read More] Understanding My Father's Hallucinations: A Psychiatric Perspective
Understanding Hoarding Behavior in Seniors: A Guide for Families
Elderly individuals often have a tendency to collect items? Hello, psychiatrist. My father is nearly seventy years old, in good health, financially secure, and mentally clear. However, he has always been frugal, and in recent years, he has developed a habit of picking up miscella...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: From your description, your father's behavior does seem unusual, but it's difficult to determine the reasons behind it. Is it simply a matter of being frugal by nature, or does he have specific thoughts? Have there been any changes in his other daily activities? ...[Read More] Understanding Hoarding Behavior in Seniors: A Guide for Families
Understanding Depression: Seeking Help and Managing Symptoms Effectively
Depression Hello, doctor. I am currently a patient with depression and have been receiving treatment from a physician at St. Mary's Hospital. I thought I was recovering, but after my appointment on the morning of March 12, I felt fine initially, only a bit anxious. However, ...
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Hello: Depression has been classified as one of the three major diseases of the century, highlighting its extensiveness and severity. One additional suffering for those troubled by depression is that others cannot understand their pain. Currently, the treatment for depression pri...[Read More] Understanding Depression: Seeking Help and Managing Symptoms Effectively
Understanding Anxiety and Depression: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Anxiety disorders or depression? Hello Dr. Lin: I often experience stiffness in my neck, back, and shoulders, along with chest tightness and discomfort while driving or dining with clients. Once, when I made a wrong exit while driving and felt anxious, these symptoms worsened to ...
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Hello: Based on your description, the onset of symptoms appears to be sudden, particularly in certain situations or after a heavy meal, with chest tightness and neck stiffness. These symptoms are more likely to occur during states of anxiety, which may suggest a possibility of pa...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Depression: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Headaches and Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction I don't know why I sometimes get headaches on my own, and I often experience headaches. I can also hear my own heartbeat, and when I calm down, I feel a slight vibration in my body that matches my heartbeat. What could be the reason for t...
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Hello: Headaches can indeed be a bothersome issue; they are a symptom rather than a singular diagnosis. Therefore, it is essential to determine the underlying cause through a thorough medical history and examinations. Physicians will assess the type, frequency, timing, and factor...[Read More] Understanding Headaches and Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation
Understanding Meditation: Clearing the Mind or Focused Thinking?
Difficulty concentrating, using meditation..? Hello Dr. Lin, I would like to ask whether meditation or mindfulness practice involves achieving a state of complete mental blankness, or if it involves focusing on a specific thought or object?
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: I apologize for the delay in responding to your question. Meditation, often associated with certain beliefs, is a practice that helps individuals achieve a state of calmness and clarity. Some people use this method to enhance their concentration and focus, and it does not ...[Read More] Understanding Meditation: Clearing the Mind or Focused Thinking?
Strategies to Improve Focus for Those Struggling with Attention Issues
Inattention Hello Doctor: I have had this issue since childhood, which is difficulty concentrating. While others can complete tasks in half an hour, it takes me several hours, and sometimes I can't finish at all. When I sit down, I just find myself staring blankly, not knowi...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: Difficulty concentrating can sometimes be a habit, and at other times it can indeed be a disorder. In child psychiatry, there is a diagnosis called Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), commonly known as hyperactivity. In addition to being restless and active, i...[Read More] Strategies to Improve Focus for Those Struggling with Attention Issues
Struggling with Insomnia: Tips for Better Sleep and Mental Health
I have insomnia? I haven't had a good night's sleep in the past few months. Normally, a person needs about 8 hours of sleep, but even if I go to bed an hour early, which should give me 9 hours, I still spend 1 to 2 hours tossing and turning in bed and can't fall as...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: The quality of sleep is more important than the quantity, and the amount of sleep needed varies from person to person based on their past experiences. Ideally, one should feel refreshed and experience uninterrupted sleep the next day. Based on your current situation, it se...[Read More] Struggling with Insomnia: Tips for Better Sleep and Mental Health
Understanding Anxiety and Mood Swings: Seeking Help for Mental Health
Irritability? Hello: I have been experiencing anxiety for a long time, and this situation has worsened over the past year or two. Sometimes I feel very high-spirited, while other times I suddenly become quiet and don’t want to talk to anyone. I don’t understand why this happens. ...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: Based on your description, it seems that you may be experiencing an emotional disorder. However, if your symptoms persist for more than two weeks (whether in a state of elevated mood or depression), you should consider discussing this with a physician in an outpatient sett...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Mood Swings: Seeking Help for Mental Health
Dealing with Insomnia: A Wife's Struggle and Family Pressure
Insomniac Recently, my husband has been having trouble sleeping at night and often watches TV until dawn. He keeps postponing going to see a doctor, and I feel at a loss about what to do. Meanwhile, my in-laws are constantly urging us to have another child (we already have two da...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: I apologize for the late response. From your description, it is indeed difficult to immediately determine what issues your husband may be facing. First, individuals with insomnia typically experience distress and will seek solutions, unless they lack insight and do not rec...[Read More] Dealing with Insomnia: A Wife's Struggle and Family Pressure
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about the following symptoms: shortness of breath, general weakness, occasional chills, insomnia, anxiety, and discomfort in the heart. Could this be a case of autonomic nervous system dysfunction? If s...
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Please cherish our online medical resources. When asking the same question, please specify only one physician or nutritionist.[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Treatment Options
Understanding Excessive Sleepiness: Causes and Solutions for Mental Health Issues
Hypersomnia Recently, I have been feeling very mentally unwell and have a strong desire to sleep. My daily sleep duration often exceeds 12 hours, and I have little interest in things. I also find it difficult to concentrate. What could be wrong with me?
Dr. Lin Yanhong reply Psychiatry
Hello: Based on your question, if you are experiencing simple hypersomnia, there are many potential causes, such as insufficient sleep, liver dysfunction, or medication reactions, among others. However, if you also have a lack of interest in activities and difficulty concentratin...[Read More] Understanding Excessive Sleepiness: Causes and Solutions for Mental Health Issues