Understanding Mood Swings: Bipolar Disorder, Split Personality, and Antisocial Traits
Bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, antisocial personality disorder? I recently experienced a scam and lost over a hundred thousand. Since the incident, I've been feeling a significant internal conflict, as if my mind is about to explode, like I have split personalities. Someti...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, internet user: Bipolar disorder, dissociative identity disorder, antisocial personality disorder, and similar conditions are generally long-term issues and typically do not arise from a single stressful event. I believe this incident has significantly impacted your emotion...[Read More] Understanding Mood Swings: Bipolar Disorder, Split Personality, and Antisocial Traits
Understanding Anxiety: The Impact of Stress on Breathing Awareness
I suddenly started to pay constant attention to my breathing? Thank you, doctor, for your previous response. Regarding your mention of whether there has been increased life stress causing my anxiety, I believe there are two main points: 1. Due to the impact of the pandemic, my pe...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online friend: Self-awareness is very important; it is the first step towards change. It seems that you have already analyzed your situation well. I suggest downloading the Mood Meter app to assess your emotions at any time. It also includes e-books and videos that teach r...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety: The Impact of Stress on Breathing Awareness
Understanding Emotional Instability: Coping with Anger and Self-Harm
Emotional instability I had depression and anorexia in the past three years, but I no longer have significant symptoms. However, recently I've been getting extremely angry over small issues, which causes my heart to race, my breathing to quicken, and I experience severe head...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, netizen: Could it be a recurrence of depression? It is recommended to return for a follow-up and discuss with your physician. Dr. Wu Enliang[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Coping with Anger and Self-Harm
Understanding Sleep Apnea: Managing Anxiety and Breathing Issues
Sleep apnea? Hello doctor, I have anxiety disorder and often search for information on Google, which ends up scaring me. Whenever I feel unwell, I want to see a doctor for reassurance. However, due to the recent outbreak of the pandemic and seeing news about sudden deaths from hy...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, netizen: This is likely caused by anxiety rather than sleep apnea. If someone has a more sensitive personality, their reaction to the stress of the pandemic may be more intense. The invisibility and harmfulness of the virus, along with the uncertainty of transmission, can ...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Apnea: Managing Anxiety and Breathing Issues
Understanding Extreme Anger and Breakdown in ADHD Patients
Often becomes extremely irritable and experiences mental breakdowns over trivial matters? Dear Doctor, I am a second-year junior high school student. Three months ago, I was diagnosed with ADHD and have been taking medication (Strattera). Initially, I thought it was just my inab...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, internet user: One characteristic of ADHD is poor impulse control, which may be related to ADHD. It is recommended to discuss this further with your child and adolescent psychiatrist. Dr. Wu En-Liang.[Read More] Understanding Extreme Anger and Breakdown in ADHD Patients
Overcoming Obsessive Checking: Managing Anxiety Around Electronics
I often find myself endlessly checking the switches of electronic devices around me. Could this be a sign of obsessive-compulsive disorder? Since the outbreak of the pandemic, I have been studying at home, but I have recently noticed that I uncontrollably keep checking the electr...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hello You-Yan: Your description seems to indicate symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). You mentioned a key point: feeling trapped in an endless cycle. This is actually crucial for treating OCD, which involves breaking this vicious cycle. How can this be done? When you...[Read More] Overcoming Obsessive Checking: Managing Anxiety Around Electronics
Is It OCD? Understanding Repetitive Thoughts and Behaviors
Is this obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? Hello, doctor! I have a relative (20 years old) who repeatedly questions whether she is her parents' biological child and frequently checks with them about certain physical traits to see if they align with dominant and recessive i...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: It seems that she has been troubled by this uncomfortable feeling in her head for some time. It is indeed possible that it could be a symptom of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), but a face-to-face evaluation is necessary for a definitive diagnosis. The technique of cog...[Read More] Is It OCD? Understanding Repetitive Thoughts and Behaviors
Understanding Sexual Orientation Doubts and Anxiety in Adolescents
Sexual orientation, anxiety Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been feeling uncertain about my sexual orientation, which has made me quite anxious. I often wonder if I might be gay. Until now, I have never doubted my sexual orientation; I have always liked girls and even had crus...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hi there! Regarding the reasons for sexual orientation, they remain unclear at this time. However, it is generally believed that sexual orientation is not something one can choose, and that innate factors play a significant role. Therefore, you don't need to worry that quest...[Read More] Understanding Sexual Orientation Doubts and Anxiety in Adolescents
Understanding the Impact of Schizophrenia on Mental Health
Health issues I have schizophrenia, and sometimes I feel that my thoughts affect my emotions. At times, I experience a sensation of having a foreign object on my forehead, and sometimes sensory stimuli influence my thoughts. Is this a psychiatric issue, or which specialty should ...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: Schizophrenia is a disorder characterized by an imbalance in brain chemistry, leading to abnormalities in thought processes and sensory experiences. Therefore, it is indeed possible to have some unusual sensory experiences. I recommend that if you experience physical sympt...[Read More] Understanding the Impact of Schizophrenia on Mental Health
Understanding Long-Term Effects of Brain Injury on Mental Health
Regarding brain injury? My husband has been suffering from hypoxic brain injury due to a myocardial infarction for over eight years. Initially, he experienced significant mood swings and exhibited violent behavior, but there were no signs of paranoia. Recently, after my mother pa...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: After hypoxic brain injury, there may be some deficits in memory, judgment, or cognitive function, and it is also possible to experience emotional disturbances or delusional symptoms. It is recommended to first seek evaluation at a psychiatric outpatient clinic. Typically,...[Read More] Understanding Long-Term Effects of Brain Injury on Mental Health
Supporting a Loved One in Denial of Mental Health Issues: A Family Guide
When facing a patient who is unaware of their illness and unwilling to seek medical attention, how can we, as family members, provide support? Hello, Doctor. I apologize for taking up your valuable time! My mother is an emotionally expressive person who often brings up past sorro...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online friend: Is it possible to persuade her to seek medical attention using reasons that are more acceptable to the elderly, such as "insomnia," "autonomic nervous system disorder," "neurasthenia," or "undergoing a physical examination&...[Read More] Supporting a Loved One in Denial of Mental Health Issues: A Family Guide
Understanding Depression and Control Issues: Is Treatment Possible?
Depression / Control Freak I am currently 30 years old and I remember having thoughts of wanting to die during high school, but I didn't take them seriously. About two or three years ago, I suddenly found everyone around me irritating, and my emotions became very unstable, l...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online user: Could you please tell me if my situation indicates depression? A: It is indeed possible that you may be experiencing depression. It is advisable to continue discussing with your physician whether medication adjustments are necessary to achieve complete symptom...[Read More] Understanding Depression and Control Issues: Is Treatment Possible?
Understanding Anxiety: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues
Is there an anxiety disorder or other physiological conditions? Hello, doctor. First of all, thank you for your response. I have been troubled by the behaviors I will describe below for over two years. I often suspect that I might have an anxiety disorder or other physiological i...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, Xiao-Hui: I feel that you are going through a tough time. I wonder if you have been suppressing your emotions too much, which might have led to this volcanic eruption of feelings. It would be beneficial to practice expressing your dissatisfaction more regularly, allowing f...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues
Understanding Social Anxiety and Depression: When to Seek Help
Social Anxiety Disorder, Depressive Tendencies Hello, doctor. I have a question that has been troubling me for a long time. I tend to be overly concerned about how others perceive me, and I really dislike being the center of attention. When I walk down the street, I often look do...
Dr. Lin Mianzhang Reply:
Hi there! It seems that you may be experiencing social anxiety disorder, and you might also have symptoms of depression; however, a definitive diagnosis can only be made through an evaluation by a psychiatrist. Beyond the diagnosis, what is truly important is understanding the un...[Read More] Understanding Social Anxiety and Depression: When to Seek Help
Understanding Communication Challenges: Is It Related to Schizophrenia?
The brain receives information? I often find myself talking to myself and engaging in closed thinking, which has led me to realize that I struggle to respond to others when they speak. I feel that I communicate better through written words, just like I am doing now by writing thi...
Dr. Liao Dinglie Reply:
Hello, internet user: Have you noticed that your thinking efficiency is relatively poor, especially when it comes to processing information through listening? You may also find it challenging to communicate verbally with others. This is not necessarily a symptom of schizophrenia,...[Read More] Understanding Communication Challenges: Is It Related to Schizophrenia?
Navigating Forced Treatment for Mental Health: A Mother's Dilemma
Involuntary treatment in psychiatry? Hello, doctor. I am a single mother, and my son has developed a habit of taking sleeping pills. I was not aware of this until recently; he has been taking 10 mg of Zolpidem. About three to four months ago, he lost his job, and I later found ou...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, netizen: Thank you for your hard work. I suggest you first contact the local community mental health center or health station for assistance. Call and inform the mental health caseworker about your son's situation; a public health nurse will come to assess him. In som...[Read More] Navigating Forced Treatment for Mental Health: A Mother's Dilemma
Could My Symptoms Indicate Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Do these symptoms resemble autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask about my symptoms. When I experience stress, emotions, or tension, I feel an uncomfortable sensation in my chest, but I cannot describe it well. It feels like something is being st...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: It is generally recommended to first conduct a routine examination for symptoms of discomfort (such as chest tightness and bloating). If most results are normal or only show minor abnormalities that cannot explain the physical discomfort, it may indicate autonomic nervous ...[Read More] Could My Symptoms Indicate Autonomic Nervous System Dysfunction?
Facing Mental Health Challenges: Seeking Help and Understanding Your Journey
Inquire about mental health disorders? Hello, Doctor: Since I became ill at the age of 20, I have been on medication until now. To be honest, being sick has made me realize certain things, while also leaving me confused about others. There is a doctor online who says that treatin...
Dr. Liao Dinglie Reply:
Hello, dear reader: From your letter, I can sense the immense pressure you are feeling. You are facing a situation where almost all your relatives and friends are not on your side, and your interactions with others are either filled with conflicts or completely disconnected. Inde...[Read More] Facing Mental Health Challenges: Seeking Help and Understanding Your Journey
Do Mental Illnesses Heal Without Medication? Understanding the Risks
Is medication always necessary for mental illness? Is there a possibility of recovery from any mental illness without medication? My mother-in-law believes that my husband, who has not exhibited any harmful behaviors and seems to have normal thoughts, does not need to be pressure...
Dr. Wang Yaoting Reply:
Hello: The scope of mental illness is broad. According to the Mental Health Act, mental illness is defined as "abnormal manifestations of mental states such as thinking, emotions, perception, cognition, and behavior, which lead to functional impairments in adapting to life a...[Read More] Do Mental Illnesses Heal Without Medication? Understanding the Risks
Overcoming Depression: Finding Purpose After Hospitalization
How to improve the current quality of life? Hello, Dr. Ding. I have been diagnosed with moderate depression and have been hospitalized for nearly two months. However, during my hospitalization, I felt that I wasn't receiving treatment; instead, I was kept in a stress-free en...
Dr. Liao Dinglie Reply:
Hello, dear reader: From your letter, I can sense the profound feeling of helplessness you are experiencing amidst your emotional struggles. Mental illness is indeed a tormenting affliction! Especially when others, despite their good intentions, encourage you to "cheer up,&q...[Read More] Overcoming Depression: Finding Purpose After Hospitalization