Do I Have a Mental Illness? Understanding My Emotional Struggles
May I ask if you are feeling unwell? Hello, Dr. Ding. I would like to describe my situation and ask if I might be ill. My life has been relatively smooth; I have a happy family, no trauma, no significant losses, no end to close relationships, and no experiences of bullying. Howev...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, if you are experiencing emotional ups and downs, whether due to personality traits or bipolar disorder, it is advisable to consult a doctor. For some individuals, these emotional issues are more related to external stressors, while others, as you mentioned, may not be able...[Read More] Do I Have a Mental Illness? Understanding My Emotional Struggles
Is It Dementia or Just Poor Memory? Understanding Cognitive Issues
Is it dementia or just poor memory? I have never had a great memory, but recently it has become even more exaggerated. Despite reminders, I still cannot recall certain events. Here are the details: 1. I forgot how my daughter got home after school the previous day. When I asked h...
Dr. Xiao Minghong Reply:
Dear Miss Ya, According to statistics, the prevalence of dementia in individuals under 65 years of age is approximately 0.1% based on data from the International Alzheimer's Association. If you do not have a significant family history of dementia, a history of alcohol use, ...[Read More] Is It Dementia or Just Poor Memory? Understanding Cognitive Issues
Struggling with Binge Eating and Anxiety: A College Student's Journey
I'm not sure if I have binge eating disorder or anxiety disorder? Recently, I felt that going to college was meaningless, thinking that what I learn every day may not be applicable to my future job. However, I am only a freshman, and this feeling was particularly strong on M...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
It seems that your life is indeed filled with a lot of stress, leading to significant anxiety. Your parents' divorce during your childhood is not your fault, and worrying about family or not wanting to go to school are also common sources of life stress. It is important to t...[Read More] Struggling with Binge Eating and Anxiety: A College Student's Journey
How to Handle a Relative Showing Signs of Mental Illness?
A relative is suspected of having schizophrenia and often warns us not to... What should we do? The son of a relative lives upstairs (5th floor). A few months ago, he started making noise at night, banging things around, and we can all hear it. He often runs down to the 4th floor...
Dr. Zhang Zhehong Reply:
1. If the individual has trusted family members, they can suggest seeking medical attention through a caring approach using less sensitive language (such as citing emotional distress, insomnia, etc.). Mentioning mental illness may be difficult for the individual to accept. 2. I...[Read More] How to Handle a Relative Showing Signs of Mental Illness?
Understanding Male Desires and Mental Health: A Psychiatric Perspective
Could you please explain to me why I am experiencing this? 1. I feel an urge towards attractive female colleagues and women I see on the street. As a man, wanting to be with women but being unable to is very distressing. 2. I reported my former employer for tax evasion, which co...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello: It is normal for everyone, especially young people, to have sexual desires. It is advisable to start by developing healthy relationships, respecting women's bodies as one would respect their own. Additionally, redirecting attention through hobbies, interests, or exerc...[Read More] Understanding Male Desires and Mental Health: A Psychiatric Perspective
Understanding Strange Thoughts: Are They Signs of Paranoia or Just Doubts?
Strange thoughts I have recently been experiencing strange thoughts and I'm unsure if I have a tendency towards delusions. For instance, when others are talking, I sometimes wonder if they are speaking ill of me, or I think about whether the sound of birds might be revealing...
Dr. Zhang Zhehong Reply:
Hello: If you are experiencing some strange thoughts and emotional fluctuations, please seek medical attention as soon as possible. A psychiatrist will evaluate your physiological and psychological functions, emotions, behaviors, cognition, and motivation. The doctor will discuss...[Read More] Understanding Strange Thoughts: Are They Signs of Paranoia or Just Doubts?
Am I Sick? Seeking Help for Hidden Mental Struggles
Am I sick? Please help me? Doctor, please help me... Although I appear normal on the outside, I have been feeling immense pain inside. Every day is a struggle, and I often find myself overthinking. I feel very insecure and believe that I am imperfect in many ways. I frequently su...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, feeling down, having negative thoughts, or even thoughts of not wanting to live are experiences that many people go through. It's important to pay attention to the severity of these feelings and how long they last. Are they persistent, or do they improve quickly once ...[Read More] Am I Sick? Seeking Help for Hidden Mental Struggles
Understanding Emotional Disturbances: Navigating Feelings of Anger and Disappointment
Emotional disorders On Friday, my family asked me to accompany my sister to her elementary school's Mother's Day event because she wanted to go. However, I wasn't very keen on attending. Once we arrived at the school, I felt disappointed that none of my former teac...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: It seems that you have been going through a tough time lately, and your feelings are quite sensitive. I hope the people around you can pay more attention to you, as it is not easy to suppress negative emotions and behaviors. You likely value those around you, which is why ...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Disturbances: Navigating Feelings of Anger and Disappointment
Managing Academic Stress: Understanding Anxiety and Its Symptoms
Stress issues Hello, Doctor: I am currently a junior in college, but ever since I advanced to the third year, I have been feeling an increasing amount of pressure, especially with so much research to do every day. The thought of approaching employment makes me feel very frustrate...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Stress can lead to sympathetic nervous system activation, which affects most organs in the body. Therefore, whenever there is anxiety, it can result in discomfort throughout your body. You are not experiencing a neurological disorder; rather, your personality may be causing exces...[Read More] Managing Academic Stress: Understanding Anxiety and Its Symptoms
Effective Strategies for Managing Sleep Disorders and Anxiety
Sleep disorders Hello, doctor. Recently, a friend of mine has been having trouble sleeping. Her stressors have accumulated over a long period, and she tends to keep her issues to herself, so I only know a little about her situation. She has been seeing a psychiatrist for 2 to 3 y...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
For this friend, the most important thing is to provide care and companionship. Additionally, you can encourage her to seek psychotherapy, as medication treatment seems to have reached its limits. Psychotherapy can help her address the underlying issues; otherwise, she may easily...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Managing Sleep Disorders and Anxiety
Managing Anxiety: Understanding Post-Exercise Fatigue and Weakness
Anxiety disorder, fatigue, and generalized weakness after mild exercise? I am a college re-examinee this year, and I feel a lot of pressure regarding further education. Previously, I experienced palpitations after exercising and consulted a cardiologist. Both the exercise electro...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Stress can lead to sympathetic nervous system activation, which affects most organs in the body. Therefore, whenever there is anxiety, it can result in generalized discomfort. Many individuals seek medical attention due to this physical discomfort, but often fail to find a cause,...[Read More] Managing Anxiety: Understanding Post-Exercise Fatigue and Weakness
Understanding ADD: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management Options
ADD (Attention Deficit Disorder) Hello, doctor. Can Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) be diagnosed at the hospital? If there is no hyperactivity and it is Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), which department should I consult? Aren't those symptoms more common in ...
Dr. Song Chengxian Reply:
Hello: Attention deficit, whether with or without hyperactivity, is treated in mental health or psychiatric clinics. Individuals as young as 16 can seek treatment. Whether medication or non-medication therapy is needed should be assessed and recommended by a physician. Sincerely,...[Read More] Understanding ADD: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Management Options
Overcoming Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts: A Student's Guide
I feel like I have anxiety and obsessive thinking? Hello, doctor. I read your responses to others and felt a strong connection. I am currently a sophomore in college. My issue is that during my senior year of high school, when I was under a lot of pressure, I experienced a state ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, the nature of our mind is that it constantly generates thoughts, and because these thoughts are related to topics that concern us, we habitually pay attention to them. For example, studying for exams, interpersonal relationships, our health and appearance, or even what del...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety and Intrusive Thoughts: A Student's Guide
Should I See a Doctor for Anxiety and Chest Pain Concerns?
Should I see a doctor? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask a few questions. Over the past six months, I have frequently experienced chest pain, sometimes as sharp pain and other times as a sensation of pressure on my chest, as if someone were pressing down with their fingers. I al...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
It sounds like you have been experiencing various physical discomforts over the past six months, such as chest pain, back pain, stomach pain, and palpitations, along with anxiety, tension, and restlessness, which can be quite overwhelming. It must be frustrating that even after s...[Read More] Should I See a Doctor for Anxiety and Chest Pain Concerns?
Understanding Sleep Issues: When to Seek Psychiatric Help
Sleep issues Hello, I usually go to bed around midnight to 1 AM every day. If I try to sleep earlier, I can't fall asleep, but I feel relatively alert in the morning. However, by the afternoon, I start to feel very drowsy. Occasionally, my eyes also twitch uncontrollably. Sh...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Everyone has their own optimal sleep habits, and going to bed between midnight and 1 AM is acceptable. "I feel very sleepy in the afternoon... sometimes my eyes twitch uncontrollably @@" Do you take naps in the afternoon? For some people, napping is very important; a sh...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Issues: When to Seek Psychiatric Help
Understanding Atypical Memory Obsession: A Journey Through Anxiety
Memory compulsions (though considered atypical) Hello, doctor. The onset of my symptoms has been ongoing for about 5 to 6 years. Initially, I didn't pay much attention to it and even thought it was just laziness, but the real issue has been severely impacting my daily life. ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, it is difficult to definitively say whether you have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) based solely on information found online. According to regulations, a physician cannot confirm a diagnosis without a personal examination. The distressing thoughts you mentioned do exh...[Read More] Understanding Atypical Memory Obsession: A Journey Through Anxiety
Understanding Anxiety: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues
Nervousness - Fear - Wanting to cry - Nausea Hello, I would like to ask for advice regarding a friend of mine. She has suffered emotional and psychological harm due to poor social choices, which has led her to develop a fear of going out, increased anxiety, and nervousness when s...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
I'm not sure what type of injury your friend has sustained, but it seems to be very serious, to the point where it has severely affected her basic sense of personal safety. As a result, she is experiencing extreme anxiety and may need to seek medical attention from a psychia...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Autonomic nervous system disorders I would like to ask the doctor, about two years ago, I suddenly felt very fatigued. I went to a clinic and took some medication, but it didn't help. After that, I started to experience many symptoms in succession: numbness in my right leg, ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Lan: External stress and feelings of frustration can indeed exacerbate symptoms of autonomic nervous system dysfunction. Pharmacological treatment can alleviate excessive anxiety and symptoms of autonomic nervous system disorders. It is recommended to maintain stabili...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Symptoms and Solutions
Should I Seek Help? Understanding When to Consult a Psychiatrist
Should I see a doctor? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask if I need to see a doctor. About six months ago, I experienced an assault from my ex-boyfriend, and since then, my condition has been very poor. Although the school arranged for a counselor immediately and the court provid...
Dr. Song Chengxian Reply:
Hello, classmate: Your condition sounds quite serious. Don't hesitate, seek medical attention as soon as possible! Sincerely, Dr. Song.[Read More] Should I Seek Help? Understanding When to Consult a Psychiatrist
Do I Need to See a Doctor for My Sleep Talking and Acting Out?
Sleep issues Should I see a doctor for my situation? I often respond to my boyfriend in my sleep, and sometimes I even chat with him. Occasionally, I might hit or kick him. The last time, I told him I was very thirsty and got up to drink all the beverages next to me, but I didn&#...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, Hsiao-Yi: It sounds like it could be "Rapid Eye Movement Sleep Behavior Disorder." Some reports suggest a correlation with anemia, renal dysfunction, or Parkinson's disease, but in most cases, the cause remains unknown. It is recommended to pay attention to ...[Read More] Do I Need to See a Doctor for My Sleep Talking and Acting Out?