Understanding Affective Schizophrenia: Genetics, Heredity, and Environmental Factors
Affective schizophrenia: genetics? Heredity? Hello, Dr. Yu. I would like to ask if affective schizophrenia is related to genetics and whether it can be inherited by children. Also, why have I been diagnosed with different conditions at different times? The first time, at age 21, ...
Dr. Yu Fengyu reply Psychiatry
Hello, Ya-Ya (I apologize for making you wait a few days as I've been quite busy lately). Regarding mental illnesses, the most widely accepted theory at present is the "biopsychosocial model." This means that the physiological conditions of the body, including neur...[Read More] Understanding Affective Schizophrenia: Genetics, Heredity, and Environmental Factors
Overcoming Persistent Thoughts: Managing Emotional Distress and Pain
A persistent thought or idea? Hello, I would like to ask about some issues I've been experiencing. At that time, I didn't manage my emotions well and kept repeating certain thoughts throughout the day. My mind has been filled with the same recurring ideas (even though I...
Dr. Yu Fengyu reply Psychiatry
Hello, Kaiqing. Emotional distress leading to physical symptoms is a common phenomenon. Based on your description, it seems that this began after a certain event and has persisted for a year, leaving you trapped in a cycle of anger, which has resulted in constant intrusive though...[Read More] Overcoming Persistent Thoughts: Managing Emotional Distress and Pain