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Overcoming Social Anxiety and OCD: Seeking Help Without Fear

I feel helpless. These issues have been troubling me for a long time. Thank you for your help? Hello, Doctor: I would like to describe my current symptoms. 1. In certain situations or unfamiliar environments, I become hypersensitive when there are people nearby. I feel tense an...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
Please feel free to seek medical attention; your medical records are confidential and will not affect your employment. For any other concerns, please discuss them with your outpatient physician.

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Overcoming Social Anxiety at Work: Tips for Building Connections

How to integrate into social interactions with colleagues? I am someone who can lighten the mood at social gatherings, but in everyday life, I struggle to engage in conversations with others, which results in few people reaching out to me. I am very sensitive to how others percei...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
This cannot be determined; please discuss your questions in detail with your physician to find out.

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Do I Have Social Anxiety? Understanding Your Feelings and Fears

Do I have social anxiety disorder? I have had difficulty making friends since I was young because I am not very proactive in starting conversations. Now, I want to make friends, but whenever someone initiates a conversation with me, I often feel nervous and don't know what t...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
It may or may not be the case; please consult a physician in person for an accurate diagnosis.

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Accidental MDMA Ingestion: Symptoms and When to Seek Help

Ingesting a single ecstasy pill? Hello doctor, I recently accidentally ingested a ecstasy pill. At the time, I didn't feel very well, but it wasn't severe, so I didn't seek medical attention. After the effects wore off, I fell asleep. The next day, I woke up feelin...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
If you simply visit a psychiatrist, the doctor is unlikely to call the police unless you have intentions beyond seeking medical care, which is not covered here.

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Overcoming Social Anxiety: Expert Tips for Improving Interpersonal Relationships

Interpersonal issues Hello, Doctor. I have been asking people around me about interpersonal relationship issues, but I still cannot overcome this problem. I would like to seek your professional advice and methods for improvement. Since I was young, I have always overthought and o...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
There are many books that discuss methods for self-care, but they may not necessarily meet individual needs. It's still best to consult a physician.

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Understanding Environmental Adaptation Disorder and Social Anxiety

Adjustment Disorder Hello, doctor. I have an introverted personality and feel very anxious when going out. In unfamiliar environments, I feel tense and am afraid to talk to people. I usually don't speak much and struggle to express what I want to say; sometimes, I can't...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
Please discuss the follow-up treatment options in detail with your physician.

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Helping a Loved One Overcome Alcoholism and Seek Medical Care

Assistance with alcohol cessation and medical treatment? Hello Dr. Su, my father has a long-standing habit of smoking and heavy drinking. When he gets drunk, he often curses and uses foul language, occasionally throws things and kicks doors, and at his worst, he becomes violent. ...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
Alcohol cessation requires the patient's willingness; there is no compulsory treatment. If there is any violent behavior, it can only be addressed through legal means.

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Overcoming Introversion: Navigating Social Anxiety and Building Confidence

Introverted personality Hello, doctor! Since childhood, I have been more introverted and lacking in self-confidence. In front of strangers, I become very quiet, to the point where my classmates think I might have autism. However, in front of my family, I am quite talkative. I hav...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
It may be anxiety disorder or social anxiety disorder. You can seek nearby psychiatric outpatient services to analyze the reasons clearly.

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Managing Sundown Syndrome and Dementia in Stroke Patients

Restlessness The grandmother is 77 years old and had a stroke affecting her right side three years ago. After recovery, she did not experience mobility issues or other complications, although her right side functions a bit slower. She has diabetes (insulin-dependent) and hyperten...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
This is indeed dementia. It cannot be treated solely with sleep medications; please seek treatment from a psychiatrist to improve the symptoms.

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Can My Personality and Thoughts Really Change? Insights for Teens

Can my personality and thoughts really change? Hello, doctor. I am an ordinary second-year junior high school student who has been described as withdrawn, awkward, and indifferent since childhood, and I still feel this way now. I have always struggled with collaborating with othe...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
This may be social anxiety disorder, which can be improved. Please seek outpatient psychiatric treatment.

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How to Seek Involuntary Treatment for Drug-Induced Psychosis

How to enforce medical treatment for drug-induced psychosis? Hello, my niece has been suffering from severe drug-induced psychosis. Every time we call the police and take her to the hospital, she is given medication and then sent home without taking it. My grandmother is too scar...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
Mandatory treatment for drug addiction is indeed challenging. Most patients tend to return to normal once the acute phase has passed, and they are often unwilling to stay, leaving doctors unable to compel them. Legal action may be the way to go! By filing a lawsuit, they could fa...

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Understanding Memory Gaps: Is It a Sign of Dissociative Identity Disorder?

Suspected of having dissociative identity disorder? Hello, doctor. Since I have not been exposed to this kind of information, I am unsure where to start clarifying my situation, so I would appreciate your help. In my childhood, this was not common; rather, I began to realize it a...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
What you said is very relatable. If it has affected your life, consider seeking a psychiatrist nearby for a detailed discussion.

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Overwhelmed Emotions: A Student's Struggle with Mental Health

Suppressed for a long time, emotions erupted? I have been uninterested in everything for nearly two months. I am studying for a master's degree at a certain school... During these two months, my weight has fluctuated, and I have gradually been eating less or not having regul...


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It may be an emotional issue; please visit a psychiatric outpatient clinic for further evaluation.

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Finding Free Mental Health Support: A Guide for Those in Crisis

Are there any free psychiatrists available for consultation? I have had suicidal thoughts since elementary school, but I didn't know how to go about it. It feels like there are several versions of myself in my mind that discuss things with me, and my memory isn't very g...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
To see a doctor, you must at least pay the health insurance-related fees. Where is it free? I don't know.

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Rediscovering Myself: A Journey Through Trauma and Mental Health

I feel like I've completely become a different person? 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 or a trusted person in your life.


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
Thank you for your hard work. Please seek a nearby psychiatric outpatient clinic for consultation, where the physician can understand your situation and provide appropriate assistance.

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Struggling with Loneliness: A Journey Through Social Anxiety

Living is painful? Hello, Doctor: I have been a shy and introverted person since childhood. I have always envied my outgoing classmates who are surrounded by many friends. I hope that one day I can also become outgoing and confident. Throughout my education, from elementary schoo...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
I've seen it. If it doesn't affect others, just be yourself with peace of mind. If you're in too much pain, consider seeking help from a psychiatric outpatient clinic.

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Understanding Your Father's Self-Talk: Is It Stress or Something More?

Father's soliloquy? Hello Doctor, I want to talk about my father. Sometimes when he comes home from work, I get startled to find him talking to himself. At that moment, I feel very scared. My father often talks to himself about work-related matters, but his daily routines su...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
It's difficult to make a judgment based on just that. You might want to discuss it with your dad first to understand what's going on.

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Addressing Severe Bipolar Disorder and Alcohol Abuse: Seeking Help

Severe bipolar disorder, alcohol abuse, and driving under the influence inquiry? Hello, my brother has severe bipolar disorder and often drinks alcohol after taking his medication. When he drinks, he completely loses control, driving recklessly and destroying furniture, as well a...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
Recording evidence is necessary for the possibility of coercion. Coercion is a legal issue that requires evidence. Present the evidence to the police and then ask if they can enforce a medical transport. After coercive transport, the physician will determine whether the criteria ...

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Struggling with Binge Eating and Purging: Seeking Help Discreetly

Binge eating and purging? Hello, I am a student from the Dance Department in Taichung. I have been struggling with obesity for a long time, and since November 2014, I developed a habit of self-induced vomiting. I feel an immense sense of guilt about what I eat. Although I managed...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
The only but most important advice: Please make sure to seek medical attention, it is essential.

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Understanding Severe Depression and Delusions: A Call for Urgent Help

Please help me diagnose the symptoms, as it is a matter of life and death? Hello, Dr. Su. My sister has been suffering from depression for over three years. She has been receiving regular medical treatment and medication, and her condition is classified as severe depression. The ...


Dr. Su Zongwei reply Psychiatry
This is no longer just simple depression; please discuss the actual situation with his physician to ensure appropriate treatment.

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