Managing Anorexia in Asperger's Syndrome: Seeking Specialized Care
Asperger's syndrome Anorexia nervosa Doctor, I would like to ask about my cousin (a high school freshman) who has Asperger's syndrome. She tends to be very stubborn and recently became fixated on losing weight, which has led to severe bodily dysfunction. She hasn't...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, when anorexia reaches the point of requiring hospitalization, it usually indicates that the body has already encountered significant issues, and without hospitalization, improvement may be unlikely. While some individuals may feel uncomfortable or resistant to being in a p...[Read More] Managing Anorexia in Asperger's Syndrome: Seeking Specialized Care
Helping My Daughter Overcome Anorexia: A Parent's Struggle
Daughter with anorexia? I have a 26-year-old daughter who has been under significant stress due to writing her thesis. Over a year ago, she began exhibiting suicidal behaviors and was referred to the psychiatric department at Shin Kong Hospital (Dr. Chou). Her emotional state has...
Dr. Zhang Jiafen Reply:
Hello, from your letter, I can sense your concern and the helplessness of wanting to help your beloved daughter but feeling unable to do so. The difficulties faced by families in caregiving include not only dealing with the patient's evident rejection and resistance to treat...[Read More] Helping My Daughter Overcome Anorexia: A Parent's Struggle
Understanding Body Image Issues: Is It Obesity Phobia or Something Deeper?
Obesophobia? Hello Dr. Chen: My sister is in her second year of high school and is very thin, weighing only 36 kilograms, yet she feels that she is overweight. Since starting high school, she has stopped eating breakfast and lunch, and for dinner, she only eats cookies instead of...
Dr. Chen Yuying Reply:
Hello Jiafen: Based on the information you provided, your sister is likely suffering from what Western medicine refers to as "Anorexia Nervosa." Let's take a look at a video about anorexia patients: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFbYW6bNViw. As mentioned in the vi...[Read More] Understanding Body Image Issues: Is It Obesity Phobia or Something Deeper?
Understanding Anorexia: Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment Insights
Anorexia nervosa Hello Dr. Wang, I hope you don't mind me asking you a question. I am 155 cm tall and weigh 42 kg, working at a desk job. I have a smoking history of 25 years and a drinking history of 15 years. I have been taking sleeping pills regularly for 5 to 6 years. Th...
Dr. Wang Zuoren Reply:
Hello Mandy, You have a slight hyperthyroid condition, and treatment is recommended. Additionally, based on your letter (you have been taking sleeping pills regularly for 5 to 6 years, have experienced severe back pain for the past three years with no resolution despite consulti...[Read More] Understanding Anorexia: Risks, Symptoms, and Treatment Insights
Struggling with Binge Eating Disorder: Seeking Help and Hope
I'm sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's important to talk to someone who can help you? I feel so miserable... because of my binge eating disorder, I feel like I'm not living my life every day. I've had this illness for over three years. I dev...
Dr. Zhang Xuncheng Reply:
Dear srrokimo, After reading your lengthy letter, I would like to express my deep sympathy for your suffering. I have summarized the issues you raised in your letter as follows: 1. Binge Eating Disorder. 2. Anorexia Nervosa. 3. Sleep issues. 4. Fear of disclosing your condition ...[Read More] Struggling with Binge Eating Disorder: Seeking Help and Hope