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:
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...[Read More] Understanding Repetitive Thoughts and Actions in Mental Health
Struggling with Anxiety: Four Years on Xanax and Deanxit
I have been taking Xanax 0.5 mg and Deanxit for four years? Director Chen: When I was young, I lived in a household with domestic violence, constantly worrying about when the violence would occur again. During middle school, I would get so nervous in open male restrooms that I co...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Hello Dandelion: From your description, it is clear that you frequently experience symptoms of anxiety. I believe this type of condition is indeed classified as a chronic illness, meaning that the likelihood of recurrence is quite high. Therefore, when you face significant stress...[Read More] Struggling with Anxiety: Four Years on Xanax and Deanxit
Understanding Anxiety: Coping with Hair Loss and Stress Management
Anxiety? Dr. Ke, I experienced hair loss due to seborrheic dermatitis last November. I then visited a dermatologist, who prescribed topical medications for my treatment. After some time, my dermatitis has been mostly well-controlled. However, I also expressed my concerns about ha...
Dr. Ke Shengying Reply:
Dear 微積分, I have read your concerns regarding your hair issues, and I am glad to hear that your anxiety has improved significantly. Indeed, stress and anxiety can exacerbate hair loss. If you continue to struggle with anxiety, please feel free to visit our psychiatry outpatient ...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety: Coping with Hair Loss and Stress Management
Understanding Social Anxiety: Overcoming Communication Barriers
Could you please provide more details about the symptoms? I am afraid to speak in public. What others say to me and what I want to convey are different in meaning. Every time I try to speak, I feel like I can't express myself clearly, and people don't understand me. Wha...
Dr. Song Chengxian Reply:
A-Gui: After reading your question, I can sense the difficulties you are experiencing. It seems that what you express is different from what you think, and others often misunderstand your meaning, which can indeed be frustrating (I wonder if this is the main difficulty you are tr...[Read More] Understanding Social Anxiety: Overcoming Communication Barriers
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:
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...[Read More] Understanding Depression and Insomnia: Seeking Guidance for Mental Health
Understanding Anxiety and Obsessive Thoughts: A Case Study
I have a constant feeling that I've lost something important? Hello Dr. Chen, my boyfriend (who is currently in his second year of graduate studies in electrical engineering) expressed to me in mid-July that he is very afraid of losing important small items on his body. When...
Dr. Chen Guangpeng Reply:
Hello, user: Based on your description, your boyfriend is likely suffering from Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). This is a condition related to dysregulation in the brain's neurotransmitters. With treatment using medications such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety and Obsessive Thoughts: A Case Study
Understanding Medication Effects on Sexual Function in Panic Disorder
Regarding medication issues? Hello Dr. Chen, two weeks ago I visited the hospital and was diagnosed with panic disorder by the physician. The doctor prescribed me a medication called Sertraline. Could you please tell me if this medication affects sexual function? I am experiencin...
Dr. Chen Guangpeng Reply:
Hello Victor: The medication you mentioned, Serenal, should not have a significant impact on your sexual function. I'm not sure if you are taking any other medications; if not, it is likely that your current anxiety disorder is having a greater effect. Wishing you a speedy r...[Read More] Understanding Medication Effects on Sexual Function in Panic Disorder
Understanding Distress and Burnout: A Guide to Mental Health Issues
Derealization and fatigue? Hello Doctor, I previously fainted for no apparent reason, but tests could not identify the cause. Subsequent blood tests, EEG, and echocardiograms showed no abnormalities, only slightly low blood pressure. That experience left me very fearful, and rece...
Dr. Lin Yanhong Reply:
Hello: You mentioned an experience of fainting; did you lose consciousness? Fainting can have many causes: cardiac issues, neurological problems, low blood pressure, hypoglycemia, anemia, a fright response, and other psychological or psychiatric disorders could all be potential f...[Read More] Understanding Distress and Burnout: A Guide to Mental Health Issues
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:
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 ...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Issues After Fever: Causes and Solutions
Do I Need Therapy for My Fear of Alcohol and Family Conflicts?
Do I need to seek medical attention? Hello Dr. Chen: My father was a long-term alcoholic when he was younger. He never physically abused our family, but he often had episodes of drunken rage (verbal outbursts). Growing up, whenever my father had these episodes, he would argue wit...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Hello, I think your issue might be a type of anxiety disorder. If it only occurs in specific situations, you can observe it further. However, if you start to experience frequent, unexplained feelings of fear and unease, it would be advisable to consult a physician. Dr. Li Jun-De ...[Read More] Do I Need Therapy for My Fear of Alcohol and Family Conflicts?
Understanding the Differences Between Organic, Affective, and Functional Psychoses
Unresolved? Hello Dr. Tang, Could you please explain the differences between organic mental disorders, affective disorders, and functional disorders? Thank you in advance for your response!
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Ms. Hsiang: In response to your inquiry about the three categories of diseases, here are the brief explanations: 1. Organic Mental Disorders: These refer to mental health conditions caused by identifiable physiological factors or medical illnesses. For example, patients wi...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Organic, Affective, and Functional Psychoses
Managing Anxiety and Gastrointestinal Issues in College Students
This issue has been bothering me for a long time? Hello Dr. Chen: I am 18 years old and about to start my freshman year in college. I feel a lot of pressure as the school year approaches. Whenever I attend classes, the stress triggers my bad habits. I have been suffering from gas...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Maggie: I believe your description is very clear; indeed, it is what we refer to as anxiety disorder. Many of the physical discomfort symptoms are caused by anxiety. Anxiety and stress are interconnected; the issue is that everyone experiences some level of stress, and stress is ...[Read More] Managing Anxiety and Gastrointestinal Issues in College Students
Understanding Social Anxiety and Selective Mutism in Teens: A Guide
Social Anxiety Disorder and Selective Mutism Hello Dr. Chen: I am a high school girl, and I suspect that I have social anxiety disorder and selective mutism. I am very quiet at school, averaging less than 10 sentences a day, almost like a mute. I often feel overlooked, as if I do...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Xiaomeng: Based on your description, social anxiety disorder is definitely a possibility. In fact, this type of condition is quite common, yet often overlooked. It may be difficult for your family to fully understand the pain you are experiencing, and you shouldn’t blame them for...[Read More] Understanding Social Anxiety and Selective Mutism in Teens: A Guide
Understanding Symptoms and Causes of Neurodegeneration: A Doctor's Insight
Could you please clarify your question regarding the issue of neurodegeneration? 1. What symptoms are associated with neurodegeneration? What conditions can lead to neurodegeneration? 2. Six months ago, I had elevated liver function tests. Since then, I have been experiencing u...
Dr. Chen Guangpeng Reply:
Hello Jay: First, let me address your question about "neurasthenia." This is not a precise medical diagnosis; it primarily refers to symptoms associated with autonomic nervous system dysregulation. Related diagnoses may include anxiety disorders, depression, and insomni...[Read More] Understanding Symptoms and Causes of Neurodegeneration: A Doctor's Insight
Overcoming Social Anxiety: Tips to Manage Nervousness and Blushing
Please help me? I sometimes feel a bit anxious, especially when I have to speak in public or when I'm talking to friends, which makes me nervous and causes me to blush. It often happens when I encounter strangers as well, and sometimes I blush even when I'm not feeling ...
Dr. Chen Wenyu Reply:
Hello, Little Pig: Your symptoms are referred to as "social anxiety disorder." In addition to learning relaxation techniques to help you quickly calm down, the simplest method is called "flooding." This involves continuously forcing yourself to confront uncomf...[Read More] Overcoming Social Anxiety: Tips to Manage Nervousness and Blushing
New Breakthrough in Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment: Effective SSRIs
Social Anxiety Disorder New Medication for Social Anxiety Disorder Shows Promising Results Central News Agency, July 31, 2000 (Reporter Liu De-Cang, Taipei) - Many individuals are naturally shy and may blush in crowded situations, let alone when they have to take the stage. Psyc...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Hello, Amang: Indeed, social anxiety disorder is a very common yet often overlooked anxiety disorder. There are effective pharmacological treatments available. In addition to the commonly known SSRIs, SNRIs (such as venlafaxine) also demonstrate good efficacy. Before considering ...[Read More] New Breakthrough in Social Anxiety Disorder Treatment: Effective SSRIs
Navigating Anxiety and Medication: Seeking Help for Family Mental Health Issues
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Dear Dr. Chen, I hope this message finds you well! I am a student at Taipei Medical University, and although I am studying a healthcare-related field, I find myself in need of your professional guidance regarding a pressing issue co...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Hello, I apologize for not responding to your message immediately. Regarding your concerns, many people share the same struggles and uncertainties. From a treatment perspective, the existence of medications certainly has its value. Anti-anxiety medications are commonly used by ge...[Read More] Navigating Anxiety and Medication: Seeking Help for Family Mental Health Issues
Understanding Dysautonomia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Autonomic Nervous System Dysregulation Three years ago, I went abroad to study and occasionally smoked marijuana. It wasn't frequent, but my sleep schedule was completely irregular. One time, I smoked too much and suddenly experienced difficulty breathing, weakness, and numb...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Joseph: I believe that your experience with marijuana a few years ago should not be causing ongoing discomfort now. You shouldn't worry too much about that. Based on your description of clinical symptoms, it seems more aligned with panic disorder, which is a type of anxiety ...[Read More] Understanding Dysautonomia: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Seeking Help: Managing Anxiety and Physical Symptoms in Daily Life
Hello, Director Chen? Dear Director Chen, Thank you for your prompt response to my email. I have consulted various specialties, including neurology at Renai Hospital, where I was diagnosed with myositis, and rehabilitation medicine at the Postal Hospital for muscle inflammation....
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Hello Mr. Yang, based on your clearer self-description, it can be preliminarily assessed that you may be experiencing anxiety disorders, commonly referred to as autonomic nervous system dysregulation or neurasthenia. These types of conditions are generally closely related to stre...[Read More] Seeking Help: Managing Anxiety and Physical Symptoms in Daily Life
Understanding Repetitive Thoughts: Is It OCD or Psychological Distress?
Strange illness 1. When others speak, watch TV, read, listen to music, or silently repeat what I hear, I often find myself repeating the original words or sentences, sometimes two or three times. At times, I question myself about why I didn't repeat something that I clearly ...
Dr. Chen Wenyu Reply:
Hello, Xiao Guan: From your description, it does seem like a peculiar condition, and it's no wonder you're feeling so troubled. Based on what you've shared, it sounds like it could be related to obsessive-compulsive disorder, with some elements of depression, and a...[Read More] Understanding Repetitive Thoughts: Is It OCD or Psychological Distress?