Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Their Impact on Appetite
Some issues related to autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello doctor, I would like to ask if autonomic nervous system dysfunction can lead to loss of appetite and decreased food intake? I personally have quite a few mental health issues (easily anxious, have obsessive-compul...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Currently, the most common medical test for autonomic nervous system assessment is the "autonomic nervous system testing device" (Heart Rate Variability analysis, HRV), which is self-paid. You can undergo this test at psychiatric hospitals or clinics that have th...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Their Impact on Appetite
Struggling with Depression: Seeking Help and Understanding
I would like to inquire about depression? I have been under a lot of stress for almost a year and cannot truly feel happy. At first, I felt a bit sad, helpless, and worried, but as time went on, I became increasingly distressed and agitated. I can't concentrate in class, my ...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: If it has been nearly a year without improvement, you may be experiencing persistent depressive disorder. It is recommended that you seek help from a nearby mental health clinic as soon as possible. Since you are only 18 years old, the prevalence of depression at this age ...[Read More] Struggling with Depression: Seeking Help and Understanding
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Causes
Am I experiencing autonomic nervous system dysfunction? I suddenly experienced chest tightness, palpitations, nausea, and dizziness. I went to the hospital and saw a cardiologist who performed an ECG, ultrasound, and X-ray, all of which showed no issues. I also had a thyroid exam...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: The examination of bodily instruments must wait until organ tissues show pathological changes to detect abnormalities. If the test results are normal, it may indicate that the body is currently in a state of dysfunction. The autonomic nervous system regulates all tissues a...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Causes
Understanding Learning Disabilities and Visual Impairments: Key Insights
Learning disabilities Hello, I am the one who asked about learning disabilities last time. I would like to know how to rule out vision problems if I have them simultaneously. If it is not caused by unclear vision, can it be excluded? Additionally, can nystagmus cause reading issu...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Regarding your vision issues, it may be beneficial to visit an ophthalmologist for a more detailed examination to determine if there are treatment options available to improve your reading vision. For motivation in studying, you might consider seeking assistance from your ...[Read More] Understanding Learning Disabilities and Visual Impairments: Key Insights
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Concerns
Inquiry related to symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, doctor. I was hospitalized for a month two months ago due to bone marrow suppression caused by medication side effects. After my blood cell counts improved, I was discharged. However, half a month after d...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Autonomic nervous system dysfunction is merely a syndrome and not a diagnosis. It is important to identify the underlying causes of your autonomic dysfunction, which may include health anxiety, physical discomfort, environmental factors, or psychological stress. It is reco...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Concerns
Could These Symptoms Indicate a Learning Disability?
Is this a learning disability? Hello, could these conditions possibly indicate a learning disability? Is it more likely to be perceptual-motor in nature? The individual has mild visual impairment (one eye with low vision of 0.3 plus myopia, astigmatism, and nystagmus; the other e...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: First, let me explain the definition of "learning disabilities." It generally refers to neuropsychological dysfunctions that manifest as difficulties in attention, memory, comprehension, perception, perceptual-motor skills, reasoning, and other abilities, leading...[Read More] Could These Symptoms Indicate a Learning Disability?
Navigating Mental Health: Overcoming Regrets and Finding Hope
Emotional adjustment I started taking medication at 17, and now almost at 20, I feel like these years have been a blank in my life. I haven't participated in the most youthful phase of my life, and I couldn't get into the school I wanted due to my health condition. I fe...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: People tend to compare themselves habitually, and in these comparisons, we often see our own shortcomings while overlooking the fundamental differences between ourselves and others. Such comparisons can easily lead to feelings of frustration, and we may use these feelings ...[Read More] Navigating Mental Health: Overcoming Regrets and Finding Hope
Understanding Restaurant Anxiety: When Dining Out Triggers Nausea
Eating at restaurants can easily lead to nausea? Hello Doctor: My boyfriend has had a condition for a long time where he feels extremely uncomfortable whenever he eats at a restaurant. In severe cases, he even vomits. Additionally, if he goes to a space like a movie theater after...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: This is not a typical symptom of a mental disorder. It is recommended to first visit a gastroenterologist to investigate the physical discomfort symptoms (uncontrollable nausea and vomiting). If most tests are normal or only show minor abnormalities that cannot explain the...[Read More] Understanding Restaurant Anxiety: When Dining Out Triggers Nausea
Understanding Symptoms of Inattention and How to Improve Focus
Feeling like there's something to be done? Difficulty concentrating while studying and feeling that your study state is poor, as if there are unfinished tasks that need to be done before you can focus on studying, can indicate symptoms of anxiety or stress. This feeling of u...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Difficulty concentrating while studying and feeling unwell throughout your body may be caused by excessive activation of the sympathetic nervous system. I would recommend making the following adjustments: 1. Maintain a regular schedule, ensure adequate sleep, and engage ...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms of Inattention and How to Improve Focus
Understanding Lack of Motivation: Is It Laziness or a Deeper Issue?
Not wanting to work? Hello Dr. Wang: I feel quite terrible because I have important tasks to complete, yet I keep putting them off until the last minute when I rush to finish them. I often enjoy just lying in bed, sleeping, or doing nothing at all, and I can even skip meals (sinc...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Based on your description, you may be experiencing "procrastination," which is related not only to inherent personality traits but also to the function of an important structure in the brain: the prefrontal cortex. The prefrontal cortex helps us integrate informa...[Read More] Understanding Lack of Motivation: Is It Laziness or a Deeper Issue?
Managing Panic Disorder: Medication Challenges and Recovery Insights
Medications for Panic Disorder Relapse I reduced my medication dosage to half a pill before the New Year and felt better, so I stopped taking the medication. However, in April after the New Year, I started experiencing a relapse of autonomic nervous system symptoms, accompanied b...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: I'm not sure if the medication you mentioned, "reducing half a pill," refers to Escitalopram? Since you are taking two serotonin medications (Prozac and Escitalopram), if you experience any discomfort, it is advisable to keep only one of them and temporarily...[Read More] Managing Panic Disorder: Medication Challenges and Recovery Insights
Understanding F4323: Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder Explained
F4323/Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mood? I would like to ask, because a little over a year ago, the doctor said I was diagnosed with depression, but I recently found that the records indicate F43.23 / Adjustment disorder with mixed anxiety and depressed mo...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: "Adjustment disorder" refers to a condition that develops within three months following a clearly identifiable stressor, characterized by an extreme inability to adapt to the stress, resulting in symptoms such as anxiety, tension, and depressive moods. Once the s...[Read More] Understanding F4323: Mixed Anxiety and Depressive Disorder Explained
Confused About Sexual Orientation: Navigating Feelings for Boys and Girls
Uncertain about whether I like boys or girls? Hello, doctor! I have always had doubts about my sexual orientation since the sixth grade. I started feeling this way when I was in elementary school. One time, when I was at a classmate's house, I met his cousin, who asked me to...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: "Sexual orientation" refers to an individual's emotional attraction to either the same sex or the opposite sex. Most people begin to understand their sexual orientation during their teenage years. During this process, they may experience anxiety and distress...[Read More] Confused About Sexual Orientation: Navigating Feelings for Boys and Girls
Understanding Insomnia After Stopping Lorazepam: Causes and Solutions
Why does someone who originally did not have insomnia experience it after stopping medication? I previously took Lorazepam 0.5 mg for over three months, and stopping the medication has caused insomnia that has lasted for more than nine months. I can fall asleep quickly, but I wak...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: The dosage of Lorazepam 0.5 mg that you previously took is considered quite low. This dosage primarily provides anxiolytic effects and should not lead to significant or prolonged withdrawal symptoms. Insomnia may be related to your underlying condition or circadian rhythm ...[Read More] Understanding Insomnia After Stopping Lorazepam: Causes and Solutions
Overcoming Compulsive Masturbation: Mental Health Insights and Solutions
Inability to control excessive masturbation? Hello Dr. Wang, When I encounter setbacks, I tend to relieve stress through masturbation, often accompanied by watching adult films. During my sophomore year of high school, I engaged in this behavior at least three times a week, and ...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Masturbation may be a habitual way for you to cope with stress, and it might carry some psychological significance for you. However, this excessive primal desire leads your rational mind (superego) to perceive it as an unacceptable behavior, resulting in inner conflict. Th...[Read More] Overcoming Compulsive Masturbation: Mental Health Insights and Solutions
Struggling with Overthinking: Finding Motivation and Connection
I am unsure how to address the issue? I often find myself lost in thought, reflecting on past events, and sometimes I zone out while thinking. Occasionally, I try to reconnect with people I know on Facebook, but they often feel there's no need to communicate, which can be bo...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Based on your description, it seems that you lack motivation in life and interpersonal relationships, and often dwell on the past. I suggest making some changes in your life and forcing yourself to take action. In fact, motivation typically arises after you begin to take a...[Read More] Struggling with Overthinking: Finding Motivation and Connection
Understanding Mental Health Issues and Effective Smoking Cessation Strategies
Feeling worried about many things and having a consistently bad mood, as well as how to help someone quit smoking? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been feeling very down, possibly due to a persistent lack of appetite and a diminished interest in things I used to enjoy. I would li...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Based on your description, it seems that you may be experiencing significant distress. However, the information provided is too brief to make an online assessment. Your condition could be depression, adjustment disorder, anxiety disorder, or another issue. It is advisable ...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health Issues and Effective Smoking Cessation Strategies
Struggling with Excessive Masturbation: Seeking Help for Control Issues
Excessive masturbation and inability to quit? I have been continuously masturbating (more than three times a day) for a long time, and I actually feel a bit uncomfortable physically. I have tried to control it but can't seem to manage. What should I do?
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: You may have an issue with habitual masturbation. It might be helpful to explore the reasons behind it and observe when you particularly feel the urge to masturbate: 1. When you are usually bored. 2. When you encounter stress or setbacks in life. 3. When you think about th...[Read More] Struggling with Excessive Masturbation: Seeking Help for Control Issues
Managing Health Anxiety: Tips for Overcoming Worry and Fear
Health anxiety and anxiety can be very distressing? Hello Doctor, I am 22 years old and have been very concerned about my health for a long time, to the point where it has caused significant anxiety that affects my daily life. For example, two years ago, I was informed at the hos...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Based on what you've written, it seems that you may be experiencing significant distress. Your condition could be related to anxiety disorder, hypochondriasis, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or other issues, and it may be advisable to seek evaluation from a psychiatri...[Read More] Managing Health Anxiety: Tips for Overcoming Worry and Fear
How to Support a Family Member with Schizophrenia During Crisis?
What should our family members do at this moment? Hello Dr. Wang, my sister has been suffering from schizophrenia for about 10 years. During this time, she has experienced episodes after stopping her medication. She was originally taking three 3 mg doses of Risperidone, but recen...
Dr. Wang Yaoting reply Psychiatry
Hello: Actually, experiencing auditory hallucinations at night and running out on your own can be a dangerous behavior. It is recommended that in such situations, you should go to the emergency department. Typically, if there are available beds in the emergency department, they w...[Read More] How to Support a Family Member with Schizophrenia During Crisis?