Coping with Mental Stress: Understanding Anger and Anxiety Issues
Mental stress Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been feeling a lot of stress at work. I find myself easily angered and wanting to yell at people or even hit someone. I feel down for no apparent reason. I can't seem to get enough sleep every day and constantly feel overwhelm...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
In modern society, stress is inevitable. What we seek is not a life without stress, but a resilient state of mind and body that balances stress. The symptoms described in the inquiry are quite common among individuals with anxiety disorders or stress-related adjustment disorders....[Read More] Coping with Mental Stress: Understanding Anger and Anxiety Issues
Navigating Mental Health Challenges: Reapplying for Disability Certification
Disability Handbook I received my disability certificate on April 30, 2008. I failed the re-evaluation in June 2011. Can I apply again? I often struggle with speech, resulting in short and incomplete sentences and difficulty conveying my thoughts, which significantly limits my da...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, the assessment for disabilities requires a period of follow-up treatment and evaluation to determine that recovery is not possible in the short term and that there is a significant impairment. Therefore, the prerequisite is to undergo regular follow-up treatment and evalua...[Read More] Navigating Mental Health Challenges: Reapplying for Disability Certification
Understanding Anxiety and Panic Disorders: A High School Student's Guide
Anxiety disorder and panic disorder? Hello, I would like to ask about issues related to anxiety disorder and panic disorder. I am a senior in high school, and during my last exam, I experienced hyperventilation and had to be rushed to the hospital. I have already seen a doctor, w...
Dr. Huang Weiqin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, you may be experiencing symptoms of panic disorder combined with depression. With appropriate medication and relaxation training, your condition can often improve or resolve. It is recommended that you visit a psychiatrist (or psychosomatic speci...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Panic Disorders: A High School Student's Guide
Understanding Anxiety and Depression: How Are Mental Health Issues Diagnosed?
Diagnosis of Depression and Anxiety Disorders? Hello, doctor. I have a somewhat unconventional question. I discovered that I have severe sleep apnea and underwent surgery, but the improvement has not been sufficient; I still feel fatigued, excessively sleepy, with swollen eyes, a...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, both depression and anxiety disorders have their diagnostic criteria, which include the patient's subjective feelings as well as objectively observable signs. Physical and psychological symptoms often influence each other; when mood is low, the body may also feel fati...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Depression: How Are Mental Health Issues Diagnosed?
Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Social Anxiety Disorder Hello Doctor: I seem to have been afraid of social interactions since childhood. I hesitate to talk to strangers and even struggle to place an order with store clerks. Any situation that requires me to engage in conversation makes me feel anxious. In eleme...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
Q1: It's possible. A medical consultation is necessary to confirm. Q2: If it is true, medical attention is definitely required.[Read More] Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Effective Psychological Treatments for Children's Separation Anxiety
Psychological treatment methods for childhood separation anxiety disorder? Hello, doctor. My child is currently in the senior kindergarten class, and since starting school in August, he has been crying and refusing to go out every morning before school. He often asks for his moth...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, if the child is normal after returning home, it is recommended to understand the child's worries and fears at school while they are in a relaxed state. Collaborate with the child to come up with coping strategies and assist them in gradually adapting to the environmen...[Read More] Effective Psychological Treatments for Children's Separation Anxiety
Managing Anxiety: Navigating Mental Health After High School
Anxiety issues After graduating from high school, I have been working for a year. During this year, I felt completely lost and had to figure everything out on my own, including the intricacies of my job and workplace relationships. If I didn't finish certain tasks, I would l...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, first of all, many people experience what you are going through, so please don't feel it's very serious or think negatively. Autonomic nervous system dysregulation and anxiety disorders are actually quite treatable, and medication can provide quicker results, mak...[Read More] Managing Anxiety: Navigating Mental Health After High School
Do I Have Social Anxiety Disorder? Understanding My Mental Health Struggles
Does this qualify as a mental illness? Hello, doctor. I have two personal issues I would like to seek help with. Thank you! The first issue is that I have been very shy since childhood. In kindergarten, I was unable to speak to my teachers or classmates, not even a single word,...
Dr. Song Chengxian Reply:
Hello Joyce, your anxiety and unpleasant experiences at home may be interconnected. Growing up under the negative influence of your father and sister has likely contributed to your lack of confidence and sense of security. It sounds like your family story is quite lengthy and the...[Read More] Do I Have Social Anxiety Disorder? Understanding My Mental Health Struggles
Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Social Anxiety Disorder Since around the second year of middle school, I have gradually felt a sense of inexplicable anxiety in social situations, wanting to hide away, feeling as if someone is always watching me, or constantly thinking that others are criticizing me. This feelin...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, first of all, I want to mention that without seeing you in person and without interactive consultation, it is not appropriate to definitively say whether you have social anxiety disorder. This online platform has good intentions, but it has its limitations and cannot repla...[Read More] Understanding Social Anxiety Disorder: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Managing Anxiety Without Medication: Tips for Better Sleep
Non-pharmacological treatment for anxiety disorders? In the past month, I have frequently visited the doctor due to various symptoms, including abdominal pain, headaches, dizziness, numbness in my neck and left arm, and difficulty breathing. I was finally diagnosed with anxiety d...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, have you been practicing your breathing? I recommend continuing on this foundation. Here, we can avoid emphasizing deep breathing, as some people may feel like they are intentionally holding their breath, which can increase tension. Another method is diaphragmatic breathin...[Read More] Managing Anxiety Without Medication: Tips for Better Sleep
Understanding Anxiety Disorders: Coping Strategies for Families
Struggling with anxiety disorder? Hello Dr. Zheng: My father has been suffering from anxiety disorder for over two years and currently has PSVT (Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia) and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease). He is a heavy smoker. While my father was re...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello Ms. Liao: Based on your description, since your father has underlying conditions such as PSVT (Paroxysmal Supraventricular Tachycardia) and COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease), we should first rule out whether the episodes are related to these medical issues. If a ...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety Disorders: Coping Strategies for Families
Understanding Long-Term Use of Anti-Anxiety Medications: Safety and Concerns
Regarding the use of the anti-anxiety medication Ease Tablets? I consulted with the first psychiatrist who prescribed tricyclic antidepressants, specifically Amitriptyline. After taking it for a month and a half, I stopped completely and experienced withdrawal symptoms that nearl...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
Eisoo tablets are a mild benzodiazepine that generally have minimal side effects and are considered safe. However, you should consult your physician.[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Use of Anti-Anxiety Medications: Safety and Concerns
Managing Anxiety Disorders: Strategies for Support and Treatment
How to deal with anxiety disorders? Hello Dr. Ding: My father has been suffering from anxiety for over two years. He used to go to the emergency room 2-3 times a week, but there was a period when it was under control. However, this week he went to the emergency room once and expe...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, your father's condition is very treatable in psychiatry. However, it is important to cooperate with the physician and not be too insistent on personal opinions. If he has been taking Zoloft daily for six months and has increased to three pills without improvement, swi...[Read More] Managing Anxiety Disorders: Strategies for Support and Treatment
Understanding Selective Mutism: Overcoming Social Anxiety Challenges
Selective Mutism I am John from last time. I feel that everyone is very friendly, but I am still very scared. Is this social anxiety disorder? I don't mind what the staff say, but when I am at a breakfast shop with a lot of people, I take a long time to mentally prepare and ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, online discussions are not very suitable for making medical diagnoses, but let's assume you indeed have social anxiety disorder and exchange some opinions. Psychotherapy is highly individualized; while there are theories and guidelines available, their application to ...[Read More] Understanding Selective Mutism: Overcoming Social Anxiety Challenges
Supporting a Friend Struggling with Anxiety After Traumatic Events
Friend's difficulties Due to the murder case on the Taipei Metro a year ago, the prison escape incident, and the recent random stabbing case, my friend has been unable to sleep at night. She says she unconsciously feels like she is in a very dangerous place and could get hur...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, seeing that you are only 15 years old and so concerned about your friend truly touches my heart, it really does! Under normal circumstances, when faced with the impact of horror movies or news events, we tend to return to our daily lives quickly and gradually forget, resto...[Read More] Supporting a Friend Struggling with Anxiety After Traumatic Events
How to Help My Brother Overcome Social Anxiety and Isolation?
Does my brother have a medical condition? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask how I can help my brother. He does nothing at home every day, does not look for a job, and does not communicate with others. When I talk to him, he just laughs and acts unseriously. This situation has bee...
Dr. Huang Weiqin Reply:
To the inquiring netizen: Based on your description, your brother appears to be experiencing the phenomenon known as NEET (Not in Employment, Education, or Training), which refers to a group of young people who are neither pursuing further education, employed, nor participating i...[Read More] How to Help My Brother Overcome Social Anxiety and Isolation?
Do I Have Social Anxiety? Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Help
Could you please tell me if these symptoms indicate social anxiety disorder? Hello: These issues have been troubling me for a long time! I suspect that I have social anxiety disorder. Since middle school, I have rarely talked to classmates at school, sometimes going an entire day...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it does sound somewhat similar. However, the internet is not suitable for diagnosing medical conditions; it would be more accurate for you to see a doctor. In fact, many people experience what you described, just to varying degrees, and it often ...[Read More] Do I Have Social Anxiety? Recognizing Symptoms and Seeking Help
Overcoming Anxiety About Life Progression: A Guide to Mental Wellness
Feeling anxious about personal development? Hello Doctor: I am almost 30 years old, currently unemployed and unmarried. I feel like I have achieved nothing and frequently change jobs, leaving me unsure of what to do next. I am very anxious, but I no longer want to continue in my ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, sometimes constantly changing jobs and being unable to settle down may be a result of emotional disorders rather than the cause. For individuals with depression or anxiety disorders, work can become challenging. When work does not go smoothly, it can negatively impact thei...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety About Life Progression: A Guide to Mental Wellness
Can Personality Traits Like Anxiety Be Changed or Managed?
Can personality change? A nervous personality causes significant distress, as the more I fear being anxious, the more anxious I become. Due to accumulated experiences over time, I often exhibit signs of nervousness, as if my mind has engraved the notion that I am an inherently an...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, personality can certainly change. One bright aspect of psychiatric issues, or broadly speaking, psychological distress, is that these conditions have the potential for improvement compared to many physical illnesses. We all know that losing an arm cannot be reversed, but a...[Read More] Can Personality Traits Like Anxiety Be Changed or Managed?
Understanding Anxiety and Stress: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
There are some questions? Hello, doctor. During high school, I always felt the urge to go to the bathroom whenever there was an assembly. At that time, the strict environment at school made me feel like I was just there to avoid punishment. In college, I reached a breaking point ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, based on your concerns, I cannot conclude whether your discomfort is due to excessive stress. Since you are still young, theoretically, there shouldn't be any major issues with your health, and you have already consulted a psychiatrist. My response may be that autonom...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Stress: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges