Overcoming Fear: Seeking Help for Mental Health Struggles
I don't know what to do? I'm very hesitant to go out for medical care. Recently, I was attacked online for trying to help others, and I've been crying for several days. I'm feeling very distressed, and I've even had thoughts of ending my life. However, I ...
Dr. Lin Junyuan Reply:
Hello, MM. We have the ability to help others, and of course, there are times when we need assistance from others as well. Your willingness to ask questions on this platform is the first step! You mentioned that you have visited for a consultation before; many patients find it ta...[Read More] Overcoming Fear: Seeking Help for Mental Health Struggles
Addressing Mental Health Challenges for Unmarried Individuals in Taiwan
Issues Faced by Individuals Living Alone Hello, Doctor: 1. If a woman remains unmarried throughout her life and has saved some money for retirement, where should her ancestral tablet be placed after her passing? Should it be in a shrine for unmarried women or in a Buddhist temp...
Dr. Lin Junyuan Reply:
Hello Judy, you mentioned that your single status, based on societal norms, may lead to concerns about having "no place to turn" after a hundred years, causing you significant personal mental stress. Such worries, rooted in our inability to change customs, can indeed af...[Read More] Addressing Mental Health Challenges for Unmarried Individuals in Taiwan
Struggling with Mental Health: Seeking Help for Self-Harm and Anxiety
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...
Dr. Lin Junyuan Reply:
Hello MM, you mentioned, "I know there is something wrong, but I don't know what to do." Recognizing that there is a problem is the first step towards improving your situation! While I cannot remember all the cases I have seen, I am glad that you are willing to con...[Read More] Struggling with Mental Health: Seeking Help for Self-Harm and Anxiety
Seeking Follow-Up Care for Insomnia: Can I Return to My Doctor?
Please help me 2? Doctor, thank you for your guidance regarding my insomnia and difficulty sleeping. Can I come to see you for this? It would be more troublesome to repeat my situation at another hospital since you already understand my condition. So, may I come to you for a cons...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, and thank you for patiently reading my previous response! Regarding your prescription, you can visit a hospital you trust, as I will be going abroad for a year starting August 1st, and I currently have no available clinic hours. I apologize for this. Wishing you all the be...[Read More] Seeking Follow-Up Care for Insomnia: Can I Return to My Doctor?
How to Access Mental Health Care Without Insurance in Taiwan
If your health insurance has been suspended, how can you seek treatment at a psychiatric outpatient clinic? Hello, I have previously received treatment at Changhua Hospital. While I was in Taichung, I was forcibly hospitalized due to self-harm and drug overdose. After returning t...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, first of all, I want to encourage you for not giving up hope and for bringing your questions here! Your situation is indeed challenging, but I can still see that positive strength within you, working hard to live, which is truly precious and moving. In Taiwan, not having h...[Read More] How to Access Mental Health Care Without Insurance in Taiwan
Struggling with Phone Anxiety and Social Isolation: A Personal Journey
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...
Dr. Fan Tingwei Reply:
Dear Ms. CW, Your situation indeed seems to have impacted your life, affecting your work, relationships, and daily routine. The changes you are experiencing are causing you distress, and it appears that you feel trapped. Despite participating in various group courses, the improv...[Read More] Struggling with Phone Anxiety and Social Isolation: A Personal Journey
Understanding Emotional Issues in Children: Coping with Loss and Isolation
Children's emotional issues? Hello Dr. Liang, my mother-in-law passed away over 100 days ago, and my daughter, who was raised by her, seems to have not changed. My daughter, who is in the first year of middle school, is currently experiencing emotional issues, including skip...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Dear Mrs. Jiang, Generally speaking, the grief over the loss of a loved one tends to begin to subside after about two months. Your daughter is currently exhibiting symptoms such as skipping school, not bathing, isolating herself in her room, and not interacting with others, whic...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Issues in Children: Coping with Loss and Isolation
Understanding Medication Effects on Sleep Patterns in Depression
Issues with Antidepressant Medications I would like to ask about my daughter waking up 1 to 2 times at night. Which of the following medications could be related: (1) one 50 mg Lofepramine after breakfast and dinner, or (2) reducing the Seroquel from 50 mg to 25 mg at bedtime?
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, to be precise, waking up at night is likely related to the fact that depression has not fully recovered. Lexapro and Sertraline are both intended to help alleviate symptoms of depression. Sertraline may have some sedative effects, and taking it before bedtime is expected t...[Read More] Understanding Medication Effects on Sleep Patterns in Depression
Healing Childhood Trauma: Strategies for Mental and Emotional Recovery
Physical and psychological harm Hello, Doctor: 1. I would like to ask, if a child has been traumatized to the point of mental distress, how can we help them recover? How can we enable them to live a normal life again? 2. People say that some children mature later in life; how ca...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, since some issues are not my area of expertise, I would like to offer suggestions on certain topics. 1. If a child has been severely traumatized, how can they be helped to return to a normal life? Suggestion: First, prevent further harm to the child. Other family members...[Read More] Healing Childhood Trauma: Strategies for Mental and Emotional Recovery
Understanding Medication for Emotional Instability: When Is It Necessary?
Please provide the question you would like me to respond to? Hello Dr. Ding: I apologize, but I don't quite understand your response. Is the recommendation to take medication due to having an illness? (I find that a bit frightening), or is it that even people without mental ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, please refer back to my second response. The content mentioned that medication is just one of the options. The three suggestions I provided earlier can be tried first, and they are not related to medication, nor did I address whether you have a mental illness. Generally, o...[Read More] Understanding Medication for Emotional Instability: When Is It Necessary?
Overcoming Social Anxiety: Coping with Acne and Mental Health Challenges
Social Anxiety Disorder Issues Hello, I have been searching online and it seems that I might have social anxiety disorder. I haven't dared to go out for about 7 to 8 years, except for meals. Most of the time, I stay at home. My fear of going out is related to my acne. Someti...
Dr. Chen Zhicai Reply:
If you believe the root of the problem is acne, then make an effort to find a nearby and trusted dermatologist for consultation. Some issues can only be addressed through action; merely thinking, worrying, or noticing that you have more problems will not lead to improvement. - Dr...[Read More] Overcoming Social Anxiety: Coping with Acne and Mental Health Challenges
Is Frequent Dreaming a Sign of a Sleep Disorder?
Is having frequent dreams considered a medical condition? I have a relatively consistent sleep schedule, going to bed within about half an hour each night. However, I dream every night and can remember the content of my dreams, which negatively affects my sleep quality. Should I ...
Dr. Xie Yongfeng Reply:
Hello, Chia: A decline in sleep quality can be considered a symptom, with common causes including anxiety, depression, physical discomfort, stressful events, and other psychosomatic disorders. If it significantly affects daily functioning, it is advisable to seek an evaluation fr...[Read More] Is Frequent Dreaming a Sign of a Sleep Disorder?
Should I See a Psychiatrist? Navigating Mental Health After Kidney Transplant
Should I see a psychiatrist? I am a kidney transplant recipient, and it has been 10 years since my transplant. However, ever since I had the surgery, I have become very anxious. Initially, I was afraid of getting infected with any bacteria or viruses that could harm my kidney, so...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, psychiatrists in Taiwan are neither made of wood nor are they robots; they certainly interact with people. I believe the situation you encountered may stem from your dissatisfaction with the interaction with your physician. This is a common occurrence, and I don't thi...[Read More] Should I See a Psychiatrist? Navigating Mental Health After Kidney Transplant
Can I Change My Psychiatrist for Better Communication and Care?
Can I really change my doctor? I feel that I cannot communicate with my current doctor. Her attitude during consultations and inquiries is very poor, so I only receive medication for symptom control each time. I just want to get my condition treated as soon as possible. Is this r...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
The attitude of a physician towards their patients, whether caring or indifferent, can indeed reflect their consideration for the patient's well-being, with the primary goal being to provide effective treatment. However, physicians are also human and have varying personaliti...[Read More] Can I Change My Psychiatrist for Better Communication and Care?
Seeking Guidance: Navigating Mental Health Challenges and Support
Inquiry Dear Dr. Tang Xinbei, I would like to ask if you were the psychiatrist who once practiced in Chiayi or Pingtung and helped patients on the Taiwan e-Hospital platform. This is Xiao Jie, the Xiao Jie who was quite bothersome during our previous consultations! After so many...
Dr. Tang Xinbei Reply:
Dear Xiao Jie, I am Dr. Tang, the one who used to assist in answering patients' questions at Taiwan e-Hospital. I have not left my position at the Chi Nan Psychiatric Hospital under the Department of Health. I apologize for stepping back from the medical consultation servic...[Read More] Seeking Guidance: Navigating Mental Health Challenges and Support
Understanding Recovery Signs in Depression: When to Seek Help
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...
Dr. Li Zhengfeng Reply:
Hello: First, thank you for your letter. Patients with major depressive disorder often experience fluctuating symptoms that can worsen if left untreated. It is advisable to seek consultation from a specialist for appropriate treatment to reduce the risk of relapse. Patients with ...[Read More] Understanding Recovery Signs in Depression: When to Seek Help
Understanding Anxiety: Is Overthinking a Sign of Mental Health Issues?
Excuse me, doctor. I apologize for asking so many times? Doctor, I'm sorry... I've asked three times already... This is the last question. I'm really sorry for forgetting to ask. What I want to know is, for someone like me who tends to overthink and worry about var...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Discussing the diagnosis or exclusion of diseases for individuals whom one has not met in person online is actually inappropriate. There are many reasons for this. Many physicians believe that such practices violate medical ethics and even laws. Therefore, even if you explain you...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety: Is Overthinking a Sign of Mental Health Issues?
Signs She Needs Psychiatric Help: How to Encourage a Visit to the Doctor
Does she need to see a doctor? How should I take her there? From April 28 to June 7, I worked at a relative's house. I described these past two months as the most painful days of my life. On June 7, I had no issues during the day, but at night, I started sitting alone and cr...
Dr. Li Zhengfeng Reply:
Hello: First of all, thank you for your letter. Based on what you described, the patient may be suffering from severe depression. However, a face-to-face consultation with a specialist is necessary for an accurate diagnosis. If the patient exhibits hallucinations or self-harming ...[Read More] Signs She Needs Psychiatric Help: How to Encourage a Visit to the Doctor
Overcoming Social Anxiety and Depression: A Journey to Mental Wellness
Nothing works; frustration, sadness, fear, depression, unhappiness, and anxiety? Psychological Evaluation Report: The doctor stated that it is not Asperger's syndrome, but you still experience social anxiety and depression. You want to apply for a disability certificate, but...
Dr. Lin Junyuan Reply:
Hello, it seems that your condition is more complex. To ensure the quality of your treatment and protect your privacy, I recommend that you opt for an in-person consultation. Collaborating with healthcare professionals will better assist you with your situation![Read More] Overcoming Social Anxiety and Depression: A Journey to Mental Wellness
Understanding Psychosomatic Symptoms: Breathlessness and Anxiety Explained
Psychoneurosis Hello Doctor, I recently woke up in the middle of the night with sudden shortness of breath that lasted until morning. In the following days, I frequently experienced shortness of breath. I consulted both a pulmonologist and a psychiatrist, but they concluded that ...
Dr. Lin Junyuan Reply:
Hello, A-Qiang. Based on your description in the letter, it indeed resembles cases of anxiety disorders (commonly referred to as neurosis or autonomic nervous system dysregulation) that we see in our clinic. In addition to emotional tension, neurosis can manifest various physical...[Read More] Understanding Psychosomatic Symptoms: Breathlessness and Anxiety Explained