Can She Return to Work? Understanding Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace
Can he still go to work? Hello, I hired a female employee who initially showed no signs of issues, as she was not given any high-pressure tasks. However, after sending her on a business trip, she had a conflict at the factory and was reprimanded. While staying at a hotel, the sta...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello! Due to incomplete information, I may not be able to fully answer your question. Some mental disorders can indeed manifest abnormalities related to specific themes, but whether the unusual behavior reaches the level of a disorder still needs clarification. It is also import...[Read More] Can She Return to Work? Understanding Mental Health Challenges in the Workplace
Struggling with Focus: Understanding Attention Issues and Solutions
Am I considered to have a mental illness? You may feel that your attention is not very focused, often daydreaming or zoning out, and your reactions may be slower than usual. Dr. Ding, what you said is very accurate; I often hear this from my company, friends, and family. However,...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, I recommend that it is best to see a doctor for a personal consultation. This way, the physician can help us clarify if there are any other symptoms or issues, allowing for a comprehensive and complete assessment. Subsequent recommendations or treatments will then be more ...[Read More] Struggling with Focus: Understanding Attention Issues and Solutions
Am I Experiencing a Mental Health Issue? Understanding Reality vs. Dreams
Does this indicate a mental health issue? Sometimes I feel like the current version of myself is not real, and that true reality exists only in my dreams when I am asleep. However, I am unclear about what those dreams actually are. It feels as if everything I am experiencing now ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, some mental illnesses, such as depression or certain psychotic disorders, can make individuals feel detached from the world around them, as if they are not fully engaged or that reality is not genuine, almost like they are mere observers. Some people describe this sensatio...[Read More] Am I Experiencing a Mental Health Issue? Understanding Reality vs. Dreams
Is This a Mental Health Issue? Navigating Career Dissatisfaction
Is this considered a mental illness? Hello Dr. Ding: I used to study subjects I liked in school, and after working in that field for a few years, I found myself growing increasingly frustrated with it. Eventually, I decided to stop working in that area. However, I am not particul...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, your main question is whether this is a mental illness. Simply disliking your job cannot be classified as a mental disorder. Some individuals may initially perform well in their jobs but later become unable to cope due to functional impairments caused by conditions such as...[Read More] Is This a Mental Health Issue? Navigating Career Dissatisfaction
Overcoming Social Memory Challenges: A Guide for Students
Social (Memory) Disorder I am a third-year student attending night classes (working part-time at school in the morning). Although I have been with my classmates for nearly three years, I still feel completely unable to talk to them outside of academic-related issues. I struggle t...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, your article is very well written, and your language skills are better than many of my colleagues at the hospital. The hospital is indeed a professional environment, yet I still encounter quite a few individuals who lack logical reasoning, make numerous spelling mistakes, ...[Read More] Overcoming Social Memory Challenges: A Guide for Students
Understanding Asperger's, OCD, and Other Mental Health Issues in Teens
Asperger's syndrome / fetishism / obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) / bipolar disorder Hello, doctor. My daughter is 13 years old and is in the first year of junior high school. Over the past 3-4 years, based on our observations, she has exhibited many unusual behaviors th...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
As parents of adolescents, we all go through the process of witnessing significant physical and emotional changes in our children. It can be challenging for parents to discern which of these changes are typical for this developmental stage and which may indicate potential issues....[Read More] Understanding Asperger's, OCD, and Other Mental Health Issues in Teens
Understanding Schizophrenia: Can Over-Acceptance and Sensitivity Be Cured?
Is it curable? Schizophrenia symptoms: excessive tolerance and heightened sensitivity can be explained as follows. Excessive tolerance may manifest as an inability to set boundaries or a tendency to accept behaviors or situations that others might find unacceptable. Heightened se...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, excessive tolerance refers to an individual's ability to pay attention to sensory stimuli being too diffuse, making it difficult to selectively focus on stimuli that are meaningful for current decisions or actions. Over-sensitivity, on the other hand, involves cogniti...[Read More] Understanding Schizophrenia: Can Over-Acceptance and Sensitivity Be Cured?
Understanding Restless Legs and Its Connection to Anxiety Disorders
Easily movable legs? I have a tendency for my feet to collide with each other, or my big toes to intertwine tightly; I refer to this as "restless legs." Additionally, I notice that when I wake up in the morning, I feel very excited and like to move around, even running ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, when we visit a doctor, it is mostly because we have noticed some unusual or uncomfortable symptoms. However, there may be other symptoms that we are not aware of or do not pay much attention to, which are important for diagnosing our condition. Online responses to questio...[Read More] Understanding Restless Legs and Its Connection to Anxiety Disorders
Understanding Persistent Thoughts After Long-Term Antipsychotic Use
Please provide the content you would like me to translate? I have been on antipsychotic medication for many years, and I have noticed that from the moment I wake up in the morning, I start thinking about specific people, especially those I haven't seen in ten years. Could yo...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, it is common for people to get lost in thoughts that are not related to the present moment; the difference lies in the duration of this distraction and whether one can quickly return to focus. Mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia and depression, often involve such exper...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Thoughts After Long-Term Antipsychotic Use
Understanding the Central Filtering System in Psychiatry and Its Treatments
Central filtration system What is the central filtration system and how is it treated?
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, this term is not commonly used in the field of psychiatry in Taiwan, and I could only find two articles on Google regarding it. However, the concept it represents is often referenced in psychiatric research concerning the symptomatology of schizophrenia patients. Humans ha...[Read More] Understanding the Central Filtering System in Psychiatry and Its Treatments
Overcoming Fear of Infection: Coping with Health Anxiety in Daily Life
I am very afraid of getting infected? Hello, Doctor: I apologize for being someone who is very afraid of getting sick. A few days ago, I visited the colorectal and anal clinic at a certain hospital. I asked my mom to hold my bag because the lid of the nearby trash can was open, a...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Fear of certain specific things is one of the most common psychological symptoms in humans, such as fear of the dark, fear of heights, or fear of snakes. The onset of fear typically occurs after witnessing or experiencing a frightening situation or object. However, it is interest...[Read More] Overcoming Fear of Infection: Coping with Health Anxiety in Daily Life
Understanding Attention Issues in Preschoolers: When to Seek Help
Children with attention difficulties may experience poor academic performance? Hello Doctor: My son is going to enter kindergarten this year. When he was in preschool, he often wasn't attentive in class and didn't really listen to the teacher. However, his preschool tea...
Dr. Wang Hongsong Reply:
Hello: Every child has different learning abilities. If a child cannot remember all the steps at once, it might be helpful to focus on one step at a time. Work together with them to complete that step, and then give them a big hug or praise. This encouragement will boost their co...[Read More] Understanding Attention Issues in Preschoolers: When to Seek Help
Overcoming Anxiety in Helping Professions: Strategies for Confidence
Nervous personality Hello, Doctor: I previously asked a question ^-^ I've been dealing with a nervous personality for over 10 years. As a helper (special education teacher), I passed my certification exam in my first year (I had been preparing for the general teacher exam fo...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello! I recall that you might have asked a similar question before. It's common for people to feel uncertain about themselves, whether it's regarding work, choosing a partner, deciding to buy a house or a car, or even what to eat for dinner. We make numerous choices ev...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety in Helping Professions: Strategies for Confidence
Understanding Cancer Anxiety: Coping Strategies for Mental Health
Cancer panic disorder? Generalized anxiety disorder? Hello, doctor. Please take a careful look at my question: I used to be a very happy person with quite a bit of confidence in my health (perhaps it could also be interpreted as not paying much attention to my health). Last Septe...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, indeed, one type of rice can nourish a hundred different people. Some individuals may be genuinely ill but continue to harm their bodies, showing no signs of concern until it's too late. Others may only have minor ailments yet feel such overwhelming anxiety and fear t...[Read More] Understanding Cancer Anxiety: Coping Strategies for Mental Health
Understanding Emotional Struggles and Alcoholism: A Path to Healing
Alcohol Use Disorder Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about some mental and emotional issues. A friend of mine, who is in his 30s, has had an unstable family background since childhood. He witnessed his father arguing with his mother due to alcoholism, which resulted in his...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
It seems that your friend's alcohol abuse issue has likely reached a level of illness. It is advisable for him to seek assistance from a psychiatrist. When he is sober, sincerely tell him that you recommend he seek medical help. I believe it will be beneficial.[Read More] Understanding Emotional Struggles and Alcoholism: A Path to Healing
Stroke and Memory Loss: Understanding Cognitive Decline in Seniors
Stroke and Amnesia Hello, doctor. My father is 61 years old and has had two minor strokes. He can move by himself, but it is somewhat inconvenient for him. He often doesn't know what to do at home and ends up lying in bed listening to the radio. Recently, he has started to f...
Dr. Li Renqin Reply:
Hello, dear friend! Based on the content of your letter, there is a strong suspicion that your father may be experiencing symptoms of dementia. Many elderly individuals may forget daily tasks (such as taking medication), which can also be observed in some younger individuals who ...[Read More] Stroke and Memory Loss: Understanding Cognitive Decline in Seniors
Understanding the Impact of Long-Term Domestic Violence on Mental Health
A father with a history of long-term domestic violence? In my memory, my father often believed that he was very hardworking and great, frequently expressing this to the family. He often resorted to physical aggression towards my mother and sister (who has a mild intellectual disa...
Dr. Li Renqin Reply:
Hello, my friend. Thank you for your hard work! It is indeed quite distressing and challenging to have an unstable family member, especially when it is your father. Many family members of patients often feel at a loss when interacting with them, unsure of what to say or do, and t...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Long-Term Domestic Violence on Mental Health
Navigating Difficult Relationships with Aging Fathers: A Mental Health Perspective
Challenges in Interacting with Father? Hello Doctor, when I was young, my family had a good relationship. We still live together, but my brother and I have grown up and started our own lives. However, my relationship with my father has gradually become distant, while my relations...
Dr. Zhang Jiafen Reply:
Hello, although every family has its own challenges, I want to help you understand your father's heart. It may seem difficult, but it really comes down to one word: heart. However, it’s not as simple as it sounds because you first need to empathize with your father's fa...[Read More] Navigating Difficult Relationships with Aging Fathers: A Mental Health Perspective
Why Do We Constantly Compare Ourselves to Others on Social Media?
Always love to compare with others? Hello, doctor. My life is not bad; I have a very caring husband who is considerate and financially stable. However, when I see things my friends post on Facebook, I feel like they are showing off. Whether it's food or items, I never post a...
Dr. Zhang Jiafen Reply:
Hello, comparison is one of the driving forces behind human progress. Everyone has experienced this to some extent. As the saying goes, "Comparing oneself to others can lead to dissatisfaction," because no one is perfect. However, this imperfection motivates us to striv...[Read More] Why Do We Constantly Compare Ourselves to Others on Social Media?
Understanding Hallucinations: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues
Suspected hallucination Hello, doctor: My mother has recently been experiencing confusion between imagination and reality. Could this be caused by stress? Does she need to see a doctor?
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, there may be situations where imagination and reality are confused; could this be caused by stress? In some cases, yes, and in others, no! Is it necessary to seek medical attention? It is advisable to seek medical care. Best wishes for everything to go smoothly. Sincerely,...[Read More] Understanding Hallucinations: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues