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Finding the Right Psychiatrist: Overcoming Anxiety and Isolation

Psychiatrist Dear Dr. Yeh, Thank you once again. I am considering seeking help from a psychiatrist because my habits have led to feelings of social anxiety, tension about the future, and burnout. I do not like who I am right now, as I have no friends around me—none at all. In th...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello! You've listed so many psychiatrists, and I feel just as overwhelmed as you do. However, any one of them should have the ability to address your concerns, provided that you trust them first. If you insist on having me choose one, I recommend selecting someone with expe...

Understanding Repetitive Thoughts and Actions in Mental Health

Repetitive actions and thoughts? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing an issue that comes and goes. Sometimes it lasts for a while, but recently it has started again. I find that images, thoughts, or actions keep repeating in my mind. Sometimes it's simple actions that I ...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello! Your issue may be related to obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) or could be a precursor to it. OCD is a type of neurosis or anxiety disorder characterized by internal unrest or anxiety about the environment. I recommend consulting a psychiatrist, as they should be able to...

Understanding Auditory Hallucinations: When to Seek Psychiatric Help

Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? I often feel like someone is talking near my ear, which makes me feel psychologically scared. I also experience insomnia and headaches. I'm unsure which specialist to consult.

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello, I recommend that you seek help from a psychiatric outpatient clinic. Thank you!

Understanding Depression and Insomnia: Seeking Guidance for Mental Health

I would like to inquire about depression and insomnia? Hello Dr. Yeh, my mother's situation is a bit complex, and I'm not sure if this is a mental health issue or simply a misunderstanding of medication use. I hope you can provide some advice. A few years ago, my moth...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello, 1. Your mother seems to be exhibiting symptoms of illness anxiety disorder. Patients with this condition are extremely anxious about their health and often find that no matter how many doctors they see or tests they undergo, their anxiety does not diminish. This leads th...

Understanding Panic Disorder: Medication, Side Effects, and Sleep Impact

Please help me? Hello, doctor. Three weeks ago, I visited the psychiatry department for the first time because I had previously experienced symptoms of panic disorder. I consulted a doctor, and a week ago, I stopped taking my medication to see if my panic symptoms were due to my ...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello~ 1. Of course, there is an impact. 2. Insufficient treatment duration and prematurely stopping medication can lead to rebound discomfort after sudden withdrawal. If you need to stop medication or how to taper it, you should discuss it with your physician. Imagine how it wou...

Overcoming Fear of AIDS: Mental Health Support and Treatment Options

AIDS (Acquired I am very afraid of AIDS. Does psychiatry have treatments for issues like mine?

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello! To paraphrase Sima Zhongyuan's words, "Westerners fear AIDS, and Chinese people fear AIDS even more." Everyone is afraid of AIDS, and the purpose of this fear is to raise awareness and prevent illness. Unless you are so afraid that you avoid crowds and canno...

Struggling with Insomnia After Urination: Understanding the Connection

Difficulty sleeping after urination? Hello, doctor! Since I started working after my military service, I occasionally experience insomnia. It usually happens when I first go to bed or after getting up to urinate; I often have trouble falling back asleep after urinating. Sometimes...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello! Your questions have taken me from urology to neurology, then to dermatology, and back to psychiatry, making it a bit challenging to respond. However, I would like to address the following points: 1. If you are experiencing insomnia or nightmares, it would be advisable to c...

Understanding Inderal: Side Effects and Alternatives for Insomnia

Inderal is a brand name for propranolol, a non-selective beta-adrenergic antagonist (beta-blocker). It is primarily used to treat Hello Doctor: I visited a psychiatrist due to insomnia, and the doctor prescribed me Inderal because my heart rate was a bit fast, which was affecting...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello, INDERAL is a beta-blocker that has an inhibitory effect on the sympathetic nervous system. We know that the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems oppose each other. After taking INDERAL, you may experience bladder issues, which could be due to the suppression of ...

Excessive Sleep: Understanding the Impact on Mental Health

Excessive sleepiness? I usually sleep for over 12 hours, and sometimes even longer, which often leaves me with a headache upon waking. I prefer not to take headache medication, so I tend to go back to sleep. There was one time in middle school when I slept for 27 hours straight. ...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello! Hypersomnia may be a condition, and your issue seems to be excessive sleep duration rather than narcolepsy. However, the problem of prolonged sleep duration needs to be compared with your original (normal) sleep hours, as individual standards vary. Some people may sleep on...

Overcoming Social Anxiety: A Patient's Journey with Psychiatric Guidance

Thank you, Dr. Yeh, for your analysis? Dr. Yeh: I sincerely appreciate your analysis. I feel that the small gestures I make while speaking negatively affect my interactions with others. I really wish I could return to the time when I didn't have these speaking habits. I'...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello! 1. When you visit a psychiatrist, you should try to express your problems or shortcomings as much as possible, rather than hiding your discomfort or unease. If you feel unnatural with a male doctor, remember that authenticity is what a good physician seeks. So don’t be afr...

Finding Direction: Navigating Career Choices and Mental Health Challenges

I'm sorry to disturb you? Hello Dr. Yeh: The winter break is approaching, and besides wishing you a Happy New Year, I am also about to graduate! Most of my classmates are preparing for the second-stage exams, but I am not, as I still cannot determine what I want to do in the...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello, social outcast. At first, I wasn't sure how to respond to your question without misleading you. However, after some contemplation, I would like to suggest a book title: "Living in the Moment." We can aspire to be anything—whether a doctor, lawyer, engineer, ...

Understanding Swallowing Disorders: When Anxiety Affects Communication

Please help me? Hello Dr. Yeh: I still remember when I was in school, a good friend came to chat with me. During our conversation, she had a small habit of swallowing. At first, I thought nothing of it until I started experiencing swallowing myself, which marked the beginning of ...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Hello! I didn't see you swallow, so I can't imagine how strange that action might be! However, based on my medical knowledge, everyone continuously secretes saliva, and to prevent it from dripping, we tend to swallow frequently (just like I am doing now while replying t...

Is My Memory Loss Related to Sleep Medication Use?

My memory has worsened? Hello, I previously took sleeping pills for a period of time due to insomnia, but I stopped because I was afraid of becoming addicted. I took the sleeping pills for about two months. Now I feel that my memory has worsened. If I don't write things down...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
1. People who are afraid of becoming addicted to sleeping pills generally do not become addicted, as they tend to be health-conscious individuals. 2. Taking sleeping pills may have a potential impact on memory, but it is likely to be temporary. Moreover, there are many factors ...

Understanding Sleep Issues After Fever: Causes and Solutions

Insomnia Subject: Inquiry Regarding Health Issues Dear Director Yeh, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inform you that I have experienced high fever twice, with a day in between. After receiving antipyretic injections, I was still diagnosed with myocarditis. F...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
1. Insomnia can sometimes be difficult to explain with a single factor; however, you clearly have a strong sense of anxiety and some depression. 2. In fact, simple insomnia is not hard to manage; what is challenging is the anxiety, frustration, or various psychological issues it ...

Struggling with School: Coping Strategies for Mental Health Challenges

What should I do? Hello Dr. Yeh, I've been feeling really down lately. My learning ability seems to be worse than others; while my classmates grasp concepts quickly, I often find myself needing to ask the teacher for clarification, which has led to some of them viewing me a...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Social Marginalization: 1. You made a mistake with your first statement; those who ask teachers when they don't understand actually have stronger learning abilities than others. It's only those who pretend to understand when they don't that are truly foolish. "...

Confronting Inner Demons: A Journey Through Trauma and Revenge

Retribution I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
1. I cannot fully understand your situation, but based on what you described, if the five sexual encounters with your childhood playmate occurred during kindergarten, it would be impossible for pregnancy to occur unless both of you were superhuman. If sexual activity in kindergar...

Managing Insomnia and Dizziness: Alternatives to Sleeping Pills

Insomnia issues, dizziness? Hello, doctor: I have been experiencing insomnia and dizziness for the past few months. Besides taking sleeping pills, are there other methods to address insomnia? What lifestyle changes should I be aware of? I previously consulted a psychiatrist who p...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
I have already replied.

Struggling with Excessive Sleepiness: Seeking Solutions in a New Country

Hypersomnia Hello, I have been studying in the United States for a year now. However, I have been troubled by a persistent issue: excessive sleepiness. If I have nothing to do all day, I can sleep for 24 hours straight. Even when I wake up, I still feel very fatigued, have low en...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Excessive sleepiness or sleep deprivation are both classified as sleep disorders, and there are numerous factors that can affect sleep, including physiological, psychological, and environmental influences. It is quite challenging to provide a definitive answer to your question. O...

Understanding the Side Effects of Suvorexant in Depression Treatment

The side effects of "Suyue." At the end of May this year, due to long-term academic pressure leading to depression, I began taking Seroquel (one tablet before bedtime) under the care of a psychiatrist for one month. Although the medication improved my binge eating behav...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
"Spravato" is considered a new type of antidepressant. Like other medications, it has some side effects, but the main side effect observed clinically is not weight gain. In fact, it is likely to produce an "anorexia" side effect. Therefore, you should compare ...

Dealing with Paranoia: How to Help a Reluctant Elderly Relative

I'm sorry, but I can't assist I have an elderly relative who was previously diagnosed with paranoid delusions. Over the past few months, his condition has worsened, and he has become easily angered. His eyes seem to be rolling back. He is unwilling to seek medical help,...

Dr. Ye Baozhuan reply Psychiatry
Involuntary treatment is more effective.

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