Attention, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 44

Is there autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, doctor. I have been living a reversed day-night schedule since I was around 18 years old, which has lasted for about 7 to 8 years now. Gradually, I have started to feel some issues with my body. In the past two years, I have w...

Sleep disorders Hello, Dr. Fan... Previously, I had a night where I couldn't sleep at all after taking five doses of Seroquel. Later, I sought help from a psychiatrist for sleep disorders, and the female doctor mentioned that I had mild postpartum depression and mild bipolar...

Sudden dizziness? Hello, Doctor. This morning, I was fine until around noon after having lunch. However, around 2 PM, while I was sitting in a chair doing some crafts, a colleague came over to chat with me. I felt a bit tongue-tied but managed to speak. After that, when I turned ...

Mental disorders Gender: Male Age: 23 Onset: Last few months Symptoms: 1. Sleeps for long periods but still feels unrefreshed; feels sleepy throughout the day but sometimes struggles to fall asleep! Occasionally has a poor appetite, feels weak, and sometimes feels like fa...

Assessment of Mental Illness Hello Doctor: 1. If there have been occurrences of auditory hallucinations in the brain, specifically related to images of past trauma, and I have consulted a neurologist who did not clarify whether medication from the neurology or psychiatry depart...

Stress is ever-present? Hello, doctor: I am currently serving in the military and have been for over two months. The pressure in the military comes in waves; I worry about not performing well or not learning things properly, and so on. Every time I have a day off, I feel a sense ...

Severe weakness? I feel like I've tried many ways, but I still can't escape the curse of "comparison." It's so natural to see others shining brightly and easily notice their strengths and good qualities, which ends up making me envious. "The wisdom o...

Mental stress issues Hello: Recently, due to military service, I have been experiencing many difficulties in my daily life, leading to increased stress and feelings of sadness. Could this indicate a mental health issue? What methods can help alleviate the stress?

Hello, I don't know what to do? Hello doctor, I visited you over two years ago. After taking medication, I self-harmed, and my family decided to dispose of all my medication. As a result, I often feel very distressed. Initially, I experienced sleepwalking, and later I became...

Am I suffering from anxiety disorder or depression? Sometimes at home, I feel an inexplicable sense of unease, fear, helplessness, and fatigue. It seems like nothing I do feels right, and I have a hollow feeling in my body, which is very uncomfortable (these are symptoms of anxie...

I'm not sure what to do..? I don't know when I developed this habit, but I have become very uncomfortable, dislike, or even hate answering phone calls. This isn't directed at any specific person or group (though I definitely won't answer calls from unknown num...

Fantasy insecurity Hello, recently my uncle (91 years old) has been feeling that someone is trying to harm him. He often talks to himself, expressing that we are not treating him well. This has escalated to the point where he keeps a knife by his bedside and frequently recounts e...

If you're afraid of social interactions and lack motivation to work, consider the following steps: 1. **Seek Professional Help**: Consulting a mental health professional can provide you with strategies to cope with social anxiety and lack of motivation. 2. **Set Small Goal...

How to address obsessive thinking? In high school, I would constantly ask people, "What did you just say?" or "What was that sentence you just mentioned?" I wanted to know every word clearly, even going so far as to say, "I'll pay for dinner if you t...

Head issues Hello, Doctor: 1. I have many dreams every night, with the most vivid ones occurring around six in the morning. In these dreams, it feels like someone is talking to me, and the conversations revolve around issues that are important to me. I find myself wanting to re...

Why is it that rationally knowing a thought is harmful does not prevent the thought from arising? I am currently a fourth-year student, and I feel that I study very hard. However, I also feel a lot of pressure and am constantly tense in everything I do. I hope to achieve good gra...

How can I help my friend? Hello, Dr. Wang. My boyfriend has been struggling with emotional regulation for some time. He is a humorous and talkative person, but once he gets home or is alone, he becomes quiet and withdrawn. It's like a switch; he is active and engaged in fron...

Shock can lead to emotional instability? 1. The symptoms described may be referred to as an acute stress reaction or adjustment disorder with dissociative symptoms, which can manifest as temporary memory loss and emotional distress following a traumatic event. 2. In terms of tre...

Medical issues? Hello, doctor. Thank you for your detailed response to my concerns. Since I have never visited a psychiatrist before, I have some worries. If I have multiple mental health issues, how should I explain them? Should I provide a detailed account of each one? Addition...

A first-year junior high school girl refuses to attend school? Your daughter (born in 1997) has recently started exhibiting concerning behaviors following the passing of her grandmother on January 20th. She has stopped attending classes, is crying frequently, experiencing constip...