Addressing Dependence on Stinose: A Guide for Families
The issue of addiction to Stinose sleeping pills! Hello Doctor: My mother has long-term insomnia issues and is very dependent on Stynox. The dosage has been increasing, and when she doesn't take it, she becomes noisy and agitated. In the past six months, she has even been ta...
Dr. Wu Peijun Reply:
Thank you for your letter. I believe that you and your family have had a difficult time over the past six months due to this issue. Insomnia is a common problem in modern society, and there are many causes for it. Typically, identifying the underlying cause is necessary for effec...[Read More] Addressing Dependence on Stinose: A Guide for Families
Struggling with Alcohol Addiction: Seeking Help for Recovery
Alcohol intoxication emergency assistance? Due to long-term alcohol abuse, I now want to quit but can't seem to do it! Can you assist me?
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
Please visit a psychosomatic or psychiatric outpatient clinic for consultation.[Read More] Struggling with Alcohol Addiction: Seeking Help for Recovery
Overcoming Emotional Struggles: Strategies for Self-Adjustment
How to self-adjust? Hello doctor, I often feel down and my complexion reflects that. This creates a vicious cycle where I just can't seem to feel happy. I easily recall past failures, such as times when I didn't perform well or felt weak. I find myself crying in front o...
Dr. Chen Wenyu Reply:
Hello, Soul: "Always"? How long has it been? Has it been like this since childhood, or did it develop after some setbacks? If it has been this way since childhood, it may be related to personality issues, such as introversion and lack of self-confidence. Changing a pers...[Read More] Overcoming Emotional Struggles: Strategies for Self-Adjustment
Overcoming Persistent Thoughts: Managing Emotional Distress and Pain
A persistent thought or idea? Hello, I would like to ask about some issues I've been experiencing. At that time, I didn't manage my emotions well and kept repeating certain thoughts throughout the day. My mind has been filled with the same recurring ideas (even though I...
Dr. Yu Fengyu Reply:
Hello, Kaiqing. Emotional distress leading to physical symptoms is a common phenomenon. Based on your description, it seems that this began after a certain event and has persisted for a year, leaving you trapped in a cycle of anger, which has resulted in constant intrusive though...[Read More] Overcoming Persistent Thoughts: Managing Emotional Distress and Pain
Navigating Hormone Therapy: Which Doctor to Consult for Gender Identity?
Hello, how can I assist you? Hello, I would like to ask, I am a male but my gender identity is female. I have a certificate for gender identity from my military service examination. If I want to take female hormones, can I go see a doctor to get the medication? If so, should I se...
Dr. Wang Zhenyang Reply:
Hello, you mentioned in your letter that you have a certificate of gender identity from your military service examination. I suggest you visit the psychiatry department of the hospital that issued your certificate. Could you ask if the psychiatry department can refer you to the o...[Read More] Navigating Hormone Therapy: Which Doctor to Consult for Gender Identity?
Understanding Compulsive Behaviors in Elderly Patients: A Family's Struggle
Always requiring others to perform the previous action? Hello Doctor: My father (63 years old, a teacher) has recently started exhibiting strange behaviors. He asks our family members to repeat previous actions (for example, if I walk past him and bend down to pick up a piece of ...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello, Xiao Jin. Based on your description of your father's situation, there seems to be a possibility of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). However, due to insufficient information, a definitive conclusion cannot be made. Regardless, if the obsessive thoughts and behavior...[Read More] Understanding Compulsive Behaviors in Elderly Patients: A Family's Struggle
Understanding Sexual Orientation: Am I Gay, Bisexual, or Just Confused?
Sexual orientation issues Hello, Doctor: I also like girls, but sometimes I find myself attracted to handsome guys as well. However, I hope my sexual orientation is considered normal. Is it possible for someone like me to be gay or bisexual? Are there any methods to change sexual...
Dr. Chen Zhicai Reply:
Hello, Xiao Xin: Issues related to sexual orientation cannot be determined by any assessment; being gay or bisexual is not considered a "disease" or "abnormality" in psychopathology. What is more important is that the person you like also likes you, and how to...[Read More] Understanding Sexual Orientation: Am I Gay, Bisexual, or Just Confused?
Understanding Social Behavior: Am I Autistic Despite Being Outgoing?
Q&A But everything is normal for me = = I don't have much stress... I'm quite happy ˊˋ My social life is good, and I'm not the quiet type; I actively engage in conversations... Does this still lean towards being introverted?? I consider myself proactive...
Dr. Chen Zhicai Reply:
It's perfectly normal, and that's great. If there are any issues or concerns, rather than speculating, it's better to seek a proper medical consultation. Dr. Zhi Cai[Read More] Understanding Social Behavior: Am I Autistic Despite Being Outgoing?
Navigating Psychiatric Appointments: Tips for Effective Communication
Appointment issues When visiting a general psychiatric department in a regular hospital, is it common for the doors to be left open? Is there usually a nurse sitting nearby to assist with documenting prescriptions in the medical records and handling the initial health insurance c...
Dr. Chen Yuying Reply:
Hello Linlin, Each hospital has slightly different setups for psychiatric outpatient services. Some have independent consultation rooms with doors that can be closed and no consultation assistants, while in other hospitals, the consultation assistant shares the same desk with th...[Read More] Navigating Psychiatric Appointments: Tips for Effective Communication
How to Encourage a Reluctant Family Member to Seek Mental Health Care
A family member is suspected to have a mental health disorder but refuses to seek medical attention? Hello, my father-in-law often complains about the following symptoms: 1. Numbness or tingling sensations in his body 2. Feeling of heat in the body 3. Weakness and soreness in his...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello! Generally, when elderly individuals have physical complaints, the possibility of a physical illness is prioritized. If relevant medical examinations do not reveal the cause of their discomfort, then considerations for psychosomatic disorders, somatization, or other mental ...[Read More] How to Encourage a Reluctant Family Member to Seek Mental Health Care
Understanding Snoring: When to Seek Medical Help for Sleep Issues
Severe snoring? A family member (69-year-old mother-in-law) snores very loudly during sleep, and it is almost constant throughout the night. Upon waking, she feels her throat is quite dry or experiences pain and discomfort. She wants to seek medical attention for improvement but ...
Dr. Wang Zhenyang Reply:
Thank you for your message! Regarding the issue of snoring during sleep, you can seek assistance from a hospital that has a specialized sleep clinic or sleep center. Through a collaborative consultation with various specialists, you can find the most suitable treatment approach. ...[Read More] Understanding Snoring: When to Seek Medical Help for Sleep Issues
Feeling Stuck: Navigating Mental Health and Finding Purpose
"Ghost hitting the wall" I have seen two doctors, and both said that I am fine, but I just think too much. I told them that I am unhappy every day, and the doctors asked me why I feel this way. I said it might be because I feel unsuccessful. They asked me what I conside...
Dr. Chen Yuying Reply:
Of course, you can feel unhappy, you can complain a lot, you can be dissatisfied with yourself, and you can continue to go in circles; what does it matter? This statement is not meant to criticize you, but rather to sincerely express this to you. Living without a sense of purpose...[Read More] Feeling Stuck: Navigating Mental Health and Finding Purpose
Overcoming Anxiety: Strategies for Managing Worry and Self-Doubt
My head is about to explode! I often find myself feeling anxious and inadequate compared to my classmates. I feel useless and hopeless about the future, especially since my peers are becoming teachers and passing civil service exams, while I feel like I can never catch up. I read...
Dr. Zheng Jingming Reply:
Your main issues include anxiety, depression, negative thoughts, and feelings of inferiority, which you feel unable to control. To make a definitive diagnosis, there are still several questions that need to be addressed, such as: How long have you been experiencing these symptoms...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety: Strategies for Managing Worry and Self-Doubt
Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Stopping Psychiatric Medications
Discontinuation of medication? I have been off medication for three weeks after tapering down, and I often experience sudden dizziness and tingling sensations that then return to normal. (I was taking Rifampicin and Clonazepam.) PS. My doctor has approved the discontinuation of t...
Dr. Zheng Jingming Reply:
Long-term use of Rifampicin may lead to withdrawal symptoms, and there is also a possibility of experiencing withdrawal symptoms with long-term use of Clonazepam. Regarding your mention of "sudden dizziness and tingling sensations followed by a return to normal," I am u...[Read More] Understanding Withdrawal Symptoms After Stopping Psychiatric Medications
Finding Motivation: Overcoming Social Anxiety and Relationship Dependency
No motivation..? Hello Doctor: I think I have social anxiety disorder. I read the book "Never Be Nervous Again," and I relate to more than half of the symptoms. I don’t want to go out with anyone; I just want to be with my boyfriend because I feel more relaxed and happy...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
Many cases of social anxiety disorder are not solely psychological; there are often physiological components involved as well. Therefore, it is advisable not to isolate oneself in a personal bubble. Seeking consultation at a psychiatric clinic can be beneficial. In many instances...[Read More] Finding Motivation: Overcoming Social Anxiety and Relationship Dependency
Understanding Anxiety Symptoms: Tremors, Palpitations, and Sleep Issues
Anxiety disorder issues Hello, Doctor: Recently, I suspect that I have developed an anxiety disorder. A few months ago, I watched a program about health issues, which may have triggered me to start thinking negatively about everything, especially regarding my health. Whenever I f...
Dr. Xie Yongfeng Reply:
It is recommended to visit the clinic for a consultation or to undergo a comprehensive health check-up.[Read More] Understanding Anxiety Symptoms: Tremors, Palpitations, and Sleep Issues
Effective Strategies for Discontinuing Stinous: A Guide for Patients
Streptomycin withdrawal Hello, Doctor. Five years ago, I sustained a head injury to the right frontal lobe due to a car accident, resulting in intracranial hemorrhage. After surgery, I found that sleeping medications were ineffective during my hospital stay. However, I was able t...
Dr. Xie Yongfeng Reply:
Please come to the clinic for a consultation.[Read More] Effective Strategies for Discontinuing Stinous: A Guide for Patients
Unusual Symptoms: Understanding Sleep Issues and Mental Health
Strange symptoms? My problem is that I have been feeling fatigued lately. I go to bed around 11 or 12 PM and sleep for 12 hours, but after a few hours of being awake, I start yawning and experience dizziness and headaches (this happens every day). When I look at the computer, wat...
Dr. Li Zhengfeng Reply:
Hello: First of all, thank you for your letter. Based on the symptoms you described, it is not possible to provide a clear diagnosis through the online consultation system. I recommend that you first consult a family medicine physician to rule out any physiological factors. Once ...[Read More] Unusual Symptoms: Understanding Sleep Issues and Mental Health
Struggling with Mental Health: Understanding Common Symptoms and Solutions
I have been experiencing these issues and I don't know what to do? 1. Feeling down, lost, and finding life uninteresting. 2. Occasionally zoning out while riding a bike, fearing that I might hit someone, and sometimes worrying about colliding with others due to forgetfulne...
Dr. Xie Yongfeng Reply:
Psychological treatment should be conducted through face-to-face consultations. Please visit a mental health institution nearby or make an appointment for therapy.[Read More] Struggling with Mental Health: Understanding Common Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Panic Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
My friend? My friend told me that recently he sometimes feels like he can't breathe, his heart races, and he can sometimes clearly feel his heartbeat. At times, he feels like something is pressing on his throat, which is very uncomfortable. He often feels like he is about to...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
It could possibly be panic disorder, but it is essential to first undergo a differential diagnosis through a consultation with a physician, either in psychiatry or psychosomatic medicine. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Panic Disorder: Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment Options