How to Help a Loved One Overcome a Severe Smoking Addiction?
Could you please provide more context or content for translation? My father has a severe smoking addiction (he has also had a history of alcohol addiction) and smokes a pack or more of cigarettes every day. I have asked him to quit smoking, but he responded, "Are you trying ...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Addiction disorders are not only a type of brain disease but have also been confirmed as a highly heritable physiological condition (Uhl and Grow, Arch Gen Psychiatry, 2004), with a higher heritability coefficient than Parkinson's disease or asthma. Treatment is the most eff...[Read More] How to Help a Loved One Overcome a Severe Smoking Addiction?
Managing Anxiety Symptoms: Treatment Options and Coping Strategies
Symptoms of anxiety disorder distress? Hello, Doctor. I have been experiencing symptoms of anxiety for nearly ten years. I have undergone psychological counseling and was diagnosed with anxiety disorder. I received short-term therapy from a counselor, but I didn't notice sig...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Hello, A-Tian: Having suffered from anxiety disorder for over ten years must have significantly impacted your daily life. In recent years, the prevalence of anxiety disorders has been on the rise, leading many to seek professional medical care or pharmacological treatment. There...[Read More] Managing Anxiety Symptoms: Treatment Options and Coping Strategies
Understanding Alcohol Withdrawal: Seeking Help for a Loved One
About Alcohol Withdrawal Hello Doctor: My mother has been struggling with uncontrolled drinking for a long time. For her health, I would like to arrange for her to undergo alcohol rehabilitation. Can you tell me if the alcohol rehabilitation program at Show Chwan Memorial Hospita...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Dear Ms. Wu, Addiction is a significant issue that leads to a loss of control and choice over time, particularly with long-term alcohol consumption. Seeking treatment for addiction is urgent. Chia Nan Hospital serves as a core medical institution in the southern region. If your ...[Read More] Understanding Alcohol Withdrawal: Seeking Help for a Loved One
How to Let Go of Overthinking and Embrace Your True Self?
How to let go of obsessive feelings? The book states: To curb excessive thinking, the method is to focus awareness on the information occurring in the present moment and to feel it carefully. There is no need to deny this state; simply accept it as it is, framing it with quotes: ...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Hello, the issue you mentioned seems, on the surface, to be a lack of self-confidence. However, living in this world often brings about a persistent pressure, a voice deep within that echoes feelings of inadequacy, saying, "Not enough, not enough, you haven't done enoug...[Read More] How to Let Go of Overthinking and Embrace Your True Self?
Understanding Panic Anxiety: Coping Strategies for Persistent Worry
Panic anxiety 1. I wake up multiple times at night and immediately feel strange in my body, extremely anxious, unable to relax, and feeling tense and uneasy. I'm afraid that every day in the future will be like this, waking up multiple times at night feeling anxious. 2. I ...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Hello, you mentioned symptoms including: inability to relax, waking up multiple times at night, feeling tense, restlessness, constant anxiety, fear of fainting or dying, rapid heartbeat, repetitive thoughts, and fear of potential future events. These are likely related symptoms o...[Read More] Understanding Panic Anxiety: Coping Strategies for Persistent Worry
Overcoming Fear of HIV: Understanding Anxiety and Health Concerns
Fear of AIDS Two years ago, I was curious and crouched down to look at syringes and needles. After touching them, I have been worried that I might contract HIV, but I'm not sure if I was actually pricked by a syringe or needle. Since then, I keep going back to check, and eve...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Hello, Si Si: Many people develop what is known as needle phobia due to experiences similar to yours, and those with health anxiety may also be particularly sensitive to their bodily reactions, especially regarding their skin, which can lead to depressive feelings. I suggest you ...[Read More] Overcoming Fear of HIV: Understanding Anxiety and Health Concerns
Can You Take Xanax While Having a Cold? Expert Advice Inside
Is it safe to take the sedative Xanax during a cold? Hello Dr. Chang, I have been experiencing persistent dizziness for the past two years. My doctor prescribed Xanax for me, and it helps me relax, so I take one when I feel dizzy. I have been suffering from a severe cold for the ...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Dear Mr. Leslie Cheung, The primary indication for Xanax is anxiety and related symptoms, with drowsiness being a common side effect. When combined with central nervous system depressants such as alcohol, the side effects may be exacerbated. However, there are no specific regula...[Read More] Can You Take Xanax While Having a Cold? Expert Advice Inside
Effective Sleep Solutions Beyond Medication for Stress-Related Insomnia
Sleep disorders Hello Dr. Chang: Every evening, I feel overwhelmed by stress because I'm worried about not being able to sleep. Sometimes, even taking strong sleeping pills doesn't help me fall asleep. I'm not sure if it's due to my stress or the medication. I...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Hello Ms. Li, First of all, thank you for your trust and for taking the time to write to me during your hospitalization. In today's society, the overwhelming work pressure makes it difficult for many people to sleep well at night. According to research studies both domestic...[Read More] Effective Sleep Solutions Beyond Medication for Stress-Related Insomnia
Understanding Mental Health: Signs Your Loved One May Need Help
Family needs help! Hello, doctor. My mother currently exhibits the following symptoms. Could you help me determine if she has a mental illness? 1. She believes that the actions of family members are harmful to her. 2. She constantly takes cold medicine and snacks. 3. She keeps se...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia reply Psychiatry
Hello, Xiaofang. The question you asked is quite complex. Overall, these symptoms are highly likely to be related to psychiatric issues, but further differential diagnosis is necessary. If it is a psychiatric disorder, most cases are associated with brain problems, with the most ...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Signs Your Loved One May Need Help