Diagnosis, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 13

Cognitive decline? Hello, my mother is 60 years old. She has always been a housewife and has not worked, but about 20 years ago, most household tasks were handed over to a maid. Now, she only occasionally takes on simple tasks for some companies. In recent years, I have noticed t...

Poor sleep with frequent nightmares? Hello, doctor. Since I can remember, probably since elementary school, I have been having nightmares up until now, and I feel just as fatigued whether I sleep or not. I am very tired during the day. I previously saw a doctor who tested me for ...

ADHD-related issues Hello Dr. Liu, I am currently 20 years old. Since childhood, my mother has mentioned that I might have mild symptoms of ADHD, but I have never been formally diagnosed. My general symptoms include significant mood swings, hitting walls, and being unable to con...

Medication issues Hello, doctor. I visited a psychiatric clinic last Saturday. Although I found the consultation somewhat strange, I chose to trust the physician's diagnosis. The doctor mentioned that I seem to have depression and prescribed Xanax 0.25 mg (alprazolam) and Es...

Attention Deficit Hello Dr. Liang, I am currently 20 years old. Since childhood, my mother has mentioned that I might have mild symptoms of ADHD, but I have never been formally diagnosed. Generally, I experience significant mood swings, and I sometimes hit walls or lose control ...

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Anxiety Panic Disorder Hello Dr. Huang, I am a medical student preparing for the national exam, but I have been experiencing various health issues. Every time I see a doctor, I feel very anxious, and after researching my conditions, I become even more pessimistic. My anxiety ofte...

Is it a delusion? Hello, doctor. I have been suffering from generalized anxiety disorder for a long time, and for the past two years, my biggest worry has been whether I might develop schizophrenia. I constantly worry about this, so I often search online for information about the...

Is it really necessary to take medication? Hello, doctor. I recently visited a psychiatrist because I often worry excessively about small things. The doctor diagnosed me with anxiety disorder and prescribed Mirtazapine (30mg), instructing me to take 15mg before bed. On the first ...

Epilepsy and Tourette syndrome are both considered to have a genetic component, but they are not strictly classified as congenital disorders. The causes of these conditions can be multifactorial, involving a combination of genetic predispositions and environmental factors. In the...

The eldest daughter exhibits signs of depression, such as a gloomy expression, slow movements, and a lack of a cheerful personality. Seeking advice from a physician? Dr. Huang: My eldest daughter has faced challenges in her career since graduating from the National University wit...

Will patients with bipolar disorder who refuse to seek medical treatment and take medication experience severe hallucinations? Dear Dr. Hsueh, My mother has been exhibiting symptoms of bipolar disorder for over 20 years. However, since my father accompanied her to the psychiatri...

Schizophrenia I am diagnosed with a condition and fear that others will find out, which has made me very withdrawn. I don't know how to interact with people or how to gain their acceptance, so I feel like a disheartened youth. I hope the doctor can provide some advice.

Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? I have schizophrenia and I don't know how to get people around me to accept me, so I tend to be very withdrawn. I'm afraid that if I speak up, they will find out, so I am very cautious with my words...

How to integrate into society? How can individuals with schizophrenia integrate into the workforce and social settings? Is it advisable for them to use benevolent deception (keeping their condition a secret from others)? Could the physician provide some guidance on this matter?

Please provide your content for translation? Due to schizophrenia, I am unsure whether to let people know about my condition. This diagnosis is often perceived negatively, and when asked about marriage, I hesitate to reveal the true reason. Recently, during the New Year celebrati...

Should I take medication? Due to family discord and my father's constant verbal abuse, I experienced significant weight loss of 5.6 kilograms for a period of time. The added pressure of upcoming exams made me feel like crying at any moment; just thinking about it brings me t...

Antidepressant medications Hello, I have been troubled by relationship issues for over six months. Recently, I was in so much pain that I sought help from a psychiatrist. I talked a lot with the doctor at the clinic, and later he said he would prescribe some medications to help m...

Experiencing involuntary muscle twitching or jerking movements while falling asleep at night? Hello doctor, this year I started experiencing a phenomenon where, when I feel sleepy and try to fall asleep, I notice that one part of my body (such as my hand or foot) will involuntari...

Please provide your content for translation? I have mental health issues that require treatment, which makes it difficult for me to focus and I often talk to myself (I have schizophrenia). Therefore, I need to avoid being seen while job hunting, and because of this, I am hesitant...