Understanding the Causes and Management of Paranoid Schizophrenia Symptoms
I would like to ask you some more questions? Hello Doctor, thank you very much for taking the time to reply to my previous message. I would like to ask you some more questions. What are the causes of the development of paranoid schizophrenia? In discussions with my family, I noti...
Dr. Chen Guangpeng Reply:
Dear Jenny, I have read your detailed account and deeply appreciate the bond you share with your brother, as well as the concern and anxiety of your family. The etiology of schizophrenia can be simply explained by the stress-diathesis model: a patient may have a predisposition t...[Read More] Understanding the Causes and Management of Paranoid Schizophrenia Symptoms
Struggling with Mental Health: Seeking Help When You Don't Want It
I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's very important that you talk to someone who can help you, such I'm really sorry to hear that you're feeling this way. It's very important that you talk to someone who can help you, such as a...
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Lizzie, It seems that you have engaged in self-harming behavior due to feeling down. This is why the doctor has mandated your hospitalization under the Mental Health Act. Based on what you mentioned in your previous letter, it appears that you have not expressed your distre...[Read More] Struggling with Mental Health: Seeking Help When You Don't Want It
Can Schizophrenia Be Cured? Medications and Long-Term Effects Explained
Mental illness Can schizophrenia be cured? What medications are used? Will long-term use of these medications cause side effects?
Dr. Chen Guangpeng Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: You have raised a question that many people are concerned about, covering the prognosis and pharmacology of schizophrenia. I will try to explain each aspect separately, hoping you can understand. Generally speaking, schizophrenia is a chronic disorder. To illustra...[Read More] Can Schizophrenia Be Cured? Medications and Long-Term Effects Explained
Understanding OCD Symptoms: Is It More Than Just Obsessive Thoughts?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing some symptoms for over three years, with fluctuations in severity. The symptoms are as follows: I seem to have a diminished ability for abstract thinking, such as understanding simple probabilities. At o...
Dr. Ye Baozhuan Reply:
You only refer to yourself as "little brother," and I don't know your actual age, which is an important factor in assessing your condition. However, I believe you are likely young. Although you complain about a decrease in abstract thinking ability, your organizati...[Read More] Understanding OCD Symptoms: Is It More Than Just Obsessive Thoughts?
Understanding the Aftermath of Ecstasy: Symptoms and Recovery
What are the side effects of ecstasy? I am a patient who accidentally ingested ecstasy. On April 20th of this year, I first consumed ecstasy, initially taking two pills, after which I lost consciousness for two hours. I then took another pill, and subsequently experienced physiol...
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Xiao Rui, Many young individuals, like yourself, have previously misused or accidentally ingested ecstasy. Are your symptoms indicative of acute amphetamine toxicity? Although ecstasy is classified as a substance similar to amphetamines, it possesses both central nervous sy...[Read More] Understanding the Aftermath of Ecstasy: Symptoms and Recovery
Understanding Cognitive Decline and Learning Difficulties in Young Adults
Cognitive Decline in Learning Ability and Intelligence Hello Doctor: Recently, some difficult-to-understand issues have arisen with my friend, who is in their twenties. At the end of June this year, around the end of the semester, my friend began to experience some learning and d...
Dr. Lin Yanhong Reply:
Hello: Your friend's issues include cognitive decline in learning and intelligence, emotional blunting, and social withdrawal. The functional impairments in daily life indicate that there may be problems with his brain. However, to ascertain the exact issue, it is essential ...[Read More] Understanding Cognitive Decline and Learning Difficulties in Young Adults
Understanding Tourette Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD) is a genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness. It primarily affects boys and is caused by mutations in the dystrophin gene, which is essential for maintaining the structural ...
Dr. Chen Meizhu Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the delayed response as I did not receive your email until September 4th, when it was forwarded from the central office. The exact cause of Tourette syndrome has not yet been definitively established, but many studies suggest that it is related to an imbala...[Read More] Understanding Tourette Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Navigating Mental Health Challenges: Seeking Help and Understanding Symptoms
What should I do? Hello, Doctor: I am about to receive my exam results, and I feel anxious about it. I have a rough idea that I won't be accepted, and currently, I am unemployed (I only want to work for 20,000 TWD; I don't want to take jobs that pay over 10,000 TWD, as ...
Dr. Lin Yanhong Reply:
Hello: I apologize for the delay in responding to your question as I was on vacation for a week. After reading your description, I suspect you may be experiencing a syndrome of lacking life goals, which is a common issue among many young people today. The desire for success combi...[Read More] Navigating Mental Health Challenges: Seeking Help and Understanding Symptoms
Struggling with Sleep: Seeking Effective Solutions Without Medication
I wish to feel mentally clear and fully energized every day? Dear Director Chen, I have been suffering from insomnia for many years. I first encountered psychiatry about ten years ago at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taipei, where I took sleeping pills and antidepressants for ...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Hello, Zhih-bin: Perhaps just as you understand yourself, you tend to think a lot but find it hard to control those thoughts, resulting in a persistent feeling of discomfort. I agree with your physician's perspective on pharmacotherapy; from your description, it seems that y...[Read More] Struggling with Sleep: Seeking Effective Solutions Without Medication
Understanding Behavioral Challenges in Children: Insights for Educators
Is it possible that the symptoms belong to pediatric psychiatry or neurophysiology? Dear Dr. Zhang, I am an elementary school resource teacher, and I have a female student, Xiao Yi (pseudonym), whose behaviors have left both the classroom teachers and resource teachers unsure of...
Dr. Zhang Jiexin Reply:
Hello! Thank you for your letter. To address this case, it is essential to first understand the underlying causes of the child's issues and explore the formation and development of this behavioral pattern. Therefore, it is necessary to collect and clarify the following infor...[Read More] Understanding Behavioral Challenges in Children: Insights for Educators
Understanding Dogmatyl: Side Effects and Dopamine's Role in Mental Health
Dogmatyl is a medication that is primarily used as an antipsychotic and is often prescribed for the treatment of various psychiatric disorders. It contains sulpiride as its active ingredient What side effects can occur from taking this medication in excess? Also, doesn't thi...
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear friend: The medication Dogmatyl (known in Chinese as 脫蒙治) has several functions. Gastroenterologists use it to suppress gastric acid secretion and treat peptic ulcers, with a typical dosage of less than 300 mg. In psychiatry, it can be used to treat depression, generally at ...[Read More] Understanding Dogmatyl: Side Effects and Dopamine's Role in Mental Health
Differentiating Treatment Approaches for Dysautonomia and Depression
What are the differences in treatment methods for autonomic nervous system disorders and depression? How can they be distinguished? What are the differences in treatment approaches for autonomic nervous system disorders and depression? How can they be distinguished? My husband is...
Dr. Lin Yanhong Reply:
Hello: The autonomic nervous system includes the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems, which originally function as a balance system in the body. Autonomic nervous system dysfunction refers to the loss of this balance, leading to symptoms related to either excessive or...[Read More] Differentiating Treatment Approaches for Dysautonomia and Depression
Can Vaccines Prevent Mental Illness in High-Risk Individuals?
Is there a vaccine for mental illness? Is it possible to have preventive treatment for individuals in high-risk groups with a genetic predisposition to mental illness who have not yet manifested symptoms? This could include long-term corrective education in terms of medication or...
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Ms. Kuan, Your question addresses a significant challenge in medicine today. Due to the varying types of diseases and their different etiologies, there are substantial differences in their management and prevention. For instance, diseases like cholera, which are caused by a...[Read More] Can Vaccines Prevent Mental Illness in High-Risk Individuals?
Understanding Paranoia: Addressing Mental Health Concerns in Families
Paranoia Dr. Tang: Hello! My mother is 61 years old, and she frequently suspects my father of having an affair, often targeting the more lively women or widows in the village as her suspects. My father's response to her suspicions has led to frequent arguments, creating a ch...
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Sally: How long has your mother been experiencing this condition? If it has been for a long time, it may be related to a personality tendency towards jealousy, leading to delusions of jealousy. If it is a recent development, we should consider the possibility of a brain diso...[Read More] Understanding Paranoia: Addressing Mental Health Concerns in Families
Is Ritalin Addictive? Understanding Its Risks and Effects
The addictive potential of Ritalin? It is true that Ritalin (methylphenidate), a medication commonly used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), has the potential for abuse and addiction, particularly when misused. Ritalin is a central nervous system stimulant ...
Dr. Zheng Jingming Reply:
"Ritalin" is commonly used to treat children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) because it can help improve focus. It is classified as a Schedule III controlled substance and is a central nervous system stimulant. Long-term misuse can lead to addiction...[Read More] Is Ritalin Addictive? Understanding Its Risks and Effects
Exploring Nutritional Supplements for Depression: A Personal Journey
Regarding the "My Health Diary" series of nutritional supplements sold at 7-11? I have depression and take 75 mg of Effexor three times a day. I saw online that deep-sea fish oil, lecithin, and ginkgo biloba supplements can be quite helpful for depression. I also found ...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
You are quite attentive to your physical condition and knowledgeable about how to seek relevant information to help yourself. It is evident that you possess some traits that make you prone to worry and anxiety, as indicated by your inquiry about the effects of deep-sea fish oil, ...[Read More] Exploring Nutritional Supplements for Depression: A Personal Journey
Understanding Dogmatyl: Uses, Side Effects, and ADHD Connections
Several questions? 1. Dogmatyl is used to treat conditions such as anxiety and certain types of depression. Common side effects may include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, and gastrointestinal disturbances. There is a potential for dependence, especially with prolonged use, so ...
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear friend: The medication you inquired about, Dogmatyl (Chinese name: 脫蒙治), has several functions. Gastroenterologists use it to suppress gastric acid secretion and treat peptic ulcers, with a typical dosage of less than 300 mg. In psychiatry, it can be used to treat depression...[Read More] Understanding Dogmatyl: Uses, Side Effects, and ADHD Connections
Understanding the Effects of Stilnox on Mental Health and Sleep Quality
Please answer my question quickly? I'm not sure how to describe the feeling I had when I woke up today. It felt like I was in a state of half-sleep, as if I were in a dream. While watching TV or reading a novel, I experienced a sense of emotional numbness. I have a history o...
Dr. Chen Wenke Reply:
Hello: From your letter, it is clear that your anxiety is quite intense. I can summarize your concerns as follows: 1. Regarding the use of STILNOX (Zolpidem): This medication is relatively new, has fewer side effects, and is less likely to cause dependence (both psychologically...[Read More] Understanding the Effects of Stilnox on Mental Health and Sleep Quality
The Brain's Balance: Understanding Left and Right Hemisphere Functions in Mental Health
Left Brain and Right Brain I once read in a book that there is a region in the left hemisphere of the brain that generates positive thoughts, while there is a corresponding region in the right hemisphere that produces negative thoughts. If the area in the left hemisphere is damag...
Dr. Chen Wenyu Reply:
Hello, the brain not only controls life but also governs emotions such as joy, anger, sorrow, and happiness. All behaviors and actions are managed by countless cells in the brain, which use neurotransmitters to convey various messages that are then expressed externally (crossed c...[Read More] The Brain's Balance: Understanding Left and Right Hemisphere Functions in Mental Health
Understanding Dopamine: Its Role and Function in the Brain
What is dopamine? Could you please explain how dopamine functions in the brain?
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear friend: I apologize for the issues with the previously sent information (which included images), which caused a delay in my response! Regarding your question about dopamine (abbreviated as DA), it is a very important monoamine neurotransmitter in the brain, widely but uneven...[Read More] Understanding Dopamine: Its Role and Function in the Brain