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Understanding Emotional Distress: Seeking Help for Mental Health Issues

Emotional distress, issues related to seeking medical consultation? Hello Doctor, I often experience insomnia, feelings of sadness that make me want to cry, and even bouts of anger. I feel guilty that my temper affects my loved ones, and I think of myself as foolish and useless. ...


Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online friend: It sounds very much like depression. I recommend seeking treatment at a mental health facility. I believe you have described your situation very clearly. If you're unsure how to express your feelings, you can simply show this email to the doctor for ref...

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Understanding Anger: Coping with Emotional Distress and Self-Harm

When provoked? Hello Doctor: I often have thoughts of wanting to die when I am angry or humiliated by others, but I have never actually acted on those thoughts. The most I do is hide and engage in self-harm or throw things, which helps me calm down, but I still can't stop re...


Dr. Peng Liyun Reply:
Hello, you may want to consider whether you have coping strategies for these situations. If you cannot find a suitable way to manage them, or if these issues are indeed affecting your daily life and interpersonal relationships, it is advisable to seek further evaluation and treat...

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Understanding the Signs of Dissociative Identity Disorder: When to Seek Help

Suspecting that you have multiple personalities? Hello, doctor! I previously had a very difficult relationship with my boyfriend. After I broke up with him, he exhibited behaviors typical of a stalker. I sought help from a psychiatrist because I have been having persistent though...


Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are indeed experiencing emotional distress. I recommend that you seek further evaluation from a psychiatrist. Psychiatry is not solely about prescribing medication; it can also involve arranging psychotherapy or non-pharmacological treatments such as rela...

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Understanding Postpartum Mood Swings: Navigating Emotional Turbulence in Marriage

After childbirth, my wife experiences significant mood swings and is easily angered? Currently, my wife is about a year postpartum, but she often gets angry over trivial matters and even pushes me away forcefully. In front of her family, she presents a different side of herself. ...


Dr. Peng Liyun Reply:
Hello, A-Ming. Welcoming the birth of a new life is indeed a joyous event. However, some mothers may experience symptoms of emotional distress, such as depression, after childbirth. The exact causes are not yet clear, but it has been found that changes in hormonal levels, genetic...

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Managing Anxiety: Dosage Decisions and Their Impact on Recovery

Drug dosage I would like to ask about my treatment since July when the doctor diagnosed me with generalized anxiety disorder and prescribed Escitalopram 10 mg. However, I still sometimes feel down, anxious, or experience tightness in my shoulders and neck. The doctor mentioned th...


Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: This medication is effective for treating both anxiety and depression, with a typical dosage of one to two pills. If you find that one pill still leaves you with symptoms of anxiety or depression, I recommend taking one and a half pills daily. After stabilizing for at leas...

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Navigating Parental Concerns: A College Student's Struggle for Independence

Family interaction issues I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.


Dr. Liu Shikai Reply:
Dear Miss Yin-Han, From your inquiry, it appears that you are currently facing issues related to differentiation and independence from your family/parents. According to mainstream Western psychological development theories, most individuals experience a process of self-explorati...

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Feeling Invisible: Navigating Mental Health Struggles in Silence

I want to disappear? Hello, doctor. To be honest, I'm not sure what's wrong with me. I haven't experienced domestic violence, the death of a family member, bullying, betrayal by someone I trusted, or any life-threatening major incidents. I don't have academic ...


Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Lisa: Based on your detailed description, it seems that your colleagues and friends are generally friendly towards you, and your mother is concerned about your situation. You may feel more comfortable when you are alone. Currently, you appear to be experiencing emotional di...

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Exploring Mind-Body Therapy: Effective Solutions Beyond Medication

Regarding mind-body therapy!!! I have been taking Stinose, and I believe almost all doctors are familiar with this type of medication. Two years ago, I went through a divorce, which led to a significant increase in my dosage of Stinose due to emotional distress. However, I realiz...


Dr. Huang Xiaoxian Reply:
Hello, thank you for your question. The brainwave modulator you mentioned is not a standard treatment in psychiatry. To be honest, I have not heard of this treatment, and after checking, there is no clear information regarding it. I recommend that you confirm the professional nam...

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Overcoming Conflicted Thoughts: Managing Emotional Turmoil with Family

Mental confusion It is common to be affected by thoughts of the past, often leading to feelings of resentment towards one's father. At times, there may be fantasies of inflicting violence on him, but rationality helps in exercising self-restraint. I hope to receive some advi...


Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, netizen. Are you unsure if this affects your emotions significantly? You can first measure your mood using a mood thermometer (as per the link below, or by using a mobile app) and follow the suggestions below… https://www.cgh.org.tw/tw/content/depart/CGHPHD/DL/C.pdf 0-5 p...

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Managing Sleep Issues and Emotional Distress: A Guide for Teens

Sleep and Emotional Disturbance Hello, I have been struggling with an issue. Since fifth grade, I have gradually become more withdrawn, often not smiling and starting to have negative thoughts. When I entered junior high, there was a brief improvement, but later on, I found mysel...


Dr. Huang Huiqun Reply:
Dear Giotto, thank you for your inquiry. You mentioned that starting from fifth grade, you gradually became more withdrawn, experienced lower mood, and had negative thoughts. There was a brief improvement during middle school, but later on, feelings of jealousy intensified, leadi...

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Should I Seek Help for Ongoing Emotional Distress as a Student?

I have been troubled by these emotions for nearly 7 months. Should I seek medical attention or counseling? I am currently a student, and I have been under a lot of stress due to school-related issues. This emotional state seems to have started around that time. I tried to cope us...


Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, it has been over seven months and you are struggling to feel happy, even experiencing suicidal thoughts and behaviors. This could indicate that you may be suffering from a mental health condition. Psychological issues are just like physical illnesses; it's important t...

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Understanding My Mental and Physical Health Struggles: A Personal Journey

I am not very clear about my physical and mental condition? Hello Doctor: I started experiencing dizziness at the end of February this year. At that time, my band was preparing for a national student music competition. I visited a local clinic near my school, where the doctor pre...


Dr. Huang Jiabin Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your hard work. Deciding to open up about your life story may have come after much hesitation and contemplation, and it is not an easy task. However, it is fortunate that you have shared these experiences that are often difficult to express, as you may have d...

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Understanding Emotional Instability: Coping with Severe Depression

Emotional instability I have a history of severe depression. My family says that when I cry, I need to talk about it so they can understand what’s happening. However, I cry for no apparent reason; I cry when I go to my great-aunt's house and I cry when I come home. I cry fou...


Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: If emotional distress is severe and persistent, it is recommended to schedule an earlier follow-up appointment to discuss with your physician. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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Understanding Emotional Distress: When to Seek Help for Depression

Emotional issues I suffer from severe depression, and this week I've often felt uncomfortable emotionally, almost to the point of crying whenever I think about it. It feels like a heaviness in my chest. Should I see a cardiologist, or how can I address this emotional discomf...


Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: You might want to think about what is making you feel sad, and it can help to write down your feelings. Sometimes, this can make you feel a bit better. Don't worry too much about wanting to cry; it's important to accept your emotions, and often, after crying, you...

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Understanding Emotional Distress: Signs, Symptoms, and Seeking Help

Depressed mood Everything started after I began dating my boyfriend, who then got back together with his ex-girlfriend. It was a huge blow for me... I cried continuously for 3 to 4 months. Although he is no longer with his ex now, my feelings remain the same... I often feel inexp...


Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello, it seems that you are experiencing symptoms of depression, but this does not necessarily mean that you have major depressive disorder, as additional information is needed to clarify your situation. I recommend that you seek professional help from a psychiatrist as soon as ...

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Understanding Mental Health: Signs of Anxiety and Emotional Distress

What is happening to me? Recently, I've been experiencing lower back pain and headaches, along with dizziness and nausea. I prefer to be alone and don't enjoy interacting with others (family is fine). I push myself to lose weight to a specific point, regardless of my ph...


Dr. Huang Huiqun Reply:
Dear "Seven," based on your description of the situation, you have been experiencing significant symptoms of depression and anxiety recently. I am also concerned about the possibility of an eating disorder. I recommend that you visit a mental health clinic to discuss an...

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Understanding Your Mental Health: Am I Diagnosed with Depression?

I want to know if I am actually diagnosed? Hello Doctor, I started visiting the psychiatric outpatient clinic on December 13th of last year. In the past, I was bullied in middle school, which led to the habit of cutting my arms with a utility knife. In high school, due to my emot...


Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello: It must be very difficult for you to deal with long-term emotional distress. I recommend that before your appointment, you take notes and write down the questions you want to ask so you can discuss them with your doctor during the visit. You should also share your concerns...

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Is My Emotional Distress a Short-Term Issue or Depression?

Could you please clarify if I am experiencing a short-term emotional issue or depression? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing feelings of depression lately. Whenever my classmates come to chat with me, I can happily engage with them, but once they leave, I become very quiet an...


Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello: It seems that your feelings of sadness are not constant, as you become very happy when classmates are around. Since you are still a student, I suggest you talk to a counselor at your school about this, and you can also discuss that frightening nightmare. If it is really tr...

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Navigating Mental Health: Seeking Help for Emotional Struggles

Initial consultation, medical examination issues? Since sixth grade, I have experienced a lot of things. The most serious issue during middle school was that I would cry without realizing it. When I feel anxious or want to cry, I have engaged in self-harm, such as hitting walls a...


Dr. Huang Huiqun Reply:
Dear Jhen, I’m sorry to hear about your situation. I understand that you have experienced a period of severe emotional distress and self-harm in the past. I want to acknowledge how difficult that must have been for you. Now that you are experiencing fluctuations in your mood ag...

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Overcoming Long-Term Emotional Distress: Seeking Help and Healing

Chronic low mood? When I was in fifth and sixth grade, I often locked myself in the bathroom to cry and self-harm because I couldn't express my emotions. Sometimes, I would pull my hair. There was one time I couldn't control my emotions and cried in front of my mom. She...


Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Jamie, you mentioned having emotions that are difficult to express in the past. You can try to identify what those emotions are and why they are hard to release. Attempt to establish effective emotional outlets, such as talking to someone you trust, journaling, going for a ...

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