Attention, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 45

Concerns about unusual things? Hello Dr. Ding: Thank you for your response! I am very grateful! Recently, I have been trying to follow your advice. Sometimes I succeed, but at other times I still struggle to shift my focus and find myself stuck worrying about certain issues. I of...

Could you please clarify which specific symptoms or conditions you are referring to in order to determine the type of mental health disorder? I'm sorry to hear about your mother's situation. Based on the symptoms you've described, it sounds like she may be experien...

People often worry about medical issues that they find strange? Hello Dr. Ding: I'm not sure if it's a personal issue or something else, but I often worry about things that I feel are quite strange, things that I believe most people wouldn't worry about or wouldn&#...

Should I see a doctor for lingering regrets from the past? My sister was diagnosed with schizophrenia two years ago, and our family has not had a moment of peace since then. Initially, my mother strongly opposed her taking psychiatric medication, believing it would make my sister...

When sleep is insufficient, emotions can become very irritable? Hello Doctor: I have a bad temper. Over the past year or two, after having a baby, I become more irritable when I haven't had enough sleep, when the baby is noisy, or when repetitive sounds, like the office phon...

Feeling anxious due to a lack of self-confidence? I often feel like there is something weighing on my heart, and I'm not very happy. I think it might be due to a lack of confidence, which causes me to feel anxious and tense. Sometimes I get frustrated with myself, leading me...

The feeling of loneliness? I have conflicting emotions; I want to build good relationships and be well-liked, but sometimes when I interact warmly with others, I fear: what if it’s gone tomorrow? It feels a bit like worrying unnecessarily, yet it’s a genuine emotion. Even after h...

Muscle spasm Hello Dr. Ding, I would like to ask a question on behalf of my family member. Recently, he has been experiencing muscle twitches before going to sleep, similar to the sensation of suddenly falling into a deep hole, causing him to jerk. However, I have noticed that h...

Family of individuals with schizophrenia? Hello Doctor, my brother is suspected to have schizophrenia, which seems to have been triggered by emotional factors and excessive work stress. Initially, he exhibited symptoms of auditory hallucinations, followed by insomnia and the feel...

Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing long-term symptoms such as stomach discomfort and bloating. Is this a concern? Recently, I've been feeling overwhelmed with intrusive thoughts. I find myself getting caught up in societal events and thinking about the methods and psych...

Mental disorders Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about whether I might have a mental illness. I am currently a student and do not experience much stress. I generally have a kind attitude towards others, as my family and friends have mentioned. My life is quite ordinary, bu...

How to accurately determine if you have anxiety or depression? Causes of difficulty concentrating ~ If I feel mentally exhausted, how can I correctly determine whether I have anxiety or depression? As for mental illness, dementia, delirium, attention deficit hyperactivity disorde...

mental fatigue Dear Dr. Ding, is zoning out a mental illness? Sometimes when others are talking to me, I unintentionally zone out, and it feels very rude! Is it because of fatigue or stress that I zone out without realizing it? Also, there are times when I feel very tired and wan...

What are the consequences of internet addiction and what should be done about it? Someone has anonymously created a blog to defame my friend and his family. This individual spends a lot of time online, constantly pushing the boundaries of the law with their words to hurt my frien...

Should Sulpiride be taken at the minimum maintenance dose for a lifetime? Hello, five years ago I experienced auditory hallucinations, but after evaluation, my doctor determined it was not schizophrenia because I did not pay attention to the voices and maintained my judgment. Ini...

The basic maintenance dose of Sulpiride after good control of auditory hallucinations is typically 400 mg per day? Hello: I experienced auditory hallucinations five years ago, but after evaluation, my doctor concluded that it was not schizophrenia, as I did not pay attention to t...

Blood pressure often fluctuates due to emotional instability? Dear Doctor, In mid-March of this year, I visited the hospital for a check-up due to feeling unwell. The doctor informed me that my heart is larger than normal, and I also have high blood pressure and elevated cholest...

Should I inform the parents if my daughter writes in her diary about a classmate showing signs of self-harm? Should I notify the parents of a classmate who has self-harming tendencies mentioned in my daughter's diary? My daughter just started middle school this year, and dur...

Depressive phenomena Hello Dr. Lee, I previously inquired about the patient's condition. It seems that she is showing signs of improvement, at least not as severe as before. The current situation is as follows: 1. She no longer engages in self-harm and has not reported any...

Short-term memory Hello Dr. Ding: I am 23 years old, have no bad habits, and my sleep schedule is normal. However, in the past month, I have noticed that I often cannot briefly remember phone numbers or email addresses provided by others. Even while on the phone, it is difficult ...