Understanding My Struggles: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
What is wrong with me? I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's really important that you talk to someone who can help you, such as a mental health professional.
Dr. Shao Jinghan reply Psychiatry
Hello Mr. Xiao Ming, I have read what you said and understand that you are truly suffering. This pain has persisted for so many years, and it is remarkable that you have managed to endure it without any help until now. I can only tell you that you are indeed unwell, and the earli...[Read More] Understanding My Struggles: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
Understanding Your Mother's Mental Health: Signs and Concerns
What disease is this? Doctor, I would like to ask you about my mother. She spends every day hiding in her room, almost always lying in bed. It seems like she can't do anything. She says she can't sleep and doesn't know what to do. She mentions that her body feels l...
Dr. Shao Jinghan reply Psychiatry
Dear Ms. A-Mei, I apologize for the delayed response and hope I can still be of assistance. Based on clinical experience, your mother may be exhibiting symptoms of depression and depressive tendencies. The following symptoms are indicative: 1. She is mostly staying in her room...[Read More] Understanding Your Mother's Mental Health: Signs and Concerns
Understanding Unexplained Behaviors: Is It Emotional Release or Mental Illness?
I'm not sure what's going on? My friend's mother sometimes talks to herself, curses, and laughs alone. This has been happening for about ten years. The content of her self-talk often revolves around being bullied by relatives during her youth (which is factual) and...
Dr. Shao Jinghan reply Psychiatry
Hello Lance, based on your description, your friend's mother seems to be exhibiting psychiatric symptoms, but it would be best for her to visit a psychosomatic medicine or psychiatry department at a hospital for a proper evaluation. 1. Talking to herself, laughing, and cur...[Read More] Understanding Unexplained Behaviors: Is It Emotional Release or Mental Illness?
Understanding the Pros and Cons of ETC Treatment for Severe Depression
Pros and Cons of ETC Therapy 1. What are the symptoms of major depressive disorder? 2. What is the difference between major depressive disorder and dementia? 3. After 1.5 to 2 months of medication for major depressive disorder, there has been some improvement, but the conditi...
Dr. Shao Jinghan reply Psychiatry
Dear Ms. Hsiao-Min, Regarding your inquiry, I will respond in order and hope you find the information satisfactory. 1. What are the symptoms of major depressive disorder? Major depressive disorder is classified in the DSM-IV as a single episode or recurrent depressive disorder....[Read More] Understanding the Pros and Cons of ETC Treatment for Severe Depression