Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs and Solutions for Depression
It can easily get out of control? Hello, I was diagnosed with depression at a clinic last year. Later, for various reasons, I stopped taking my medication without consulting my doctor and did not return for follow-up appointments. Since around March of this year, I have started e...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, From your letter, I can sense your emotions and distress due to the changes you are experiencing. You have been feeling emotionally unstable, easily angered, crying frequently, and even exhibiting self-harming behaviors and negative thoughts. I believe these issu...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs and Solutions for Depression
Struggling with Dual Personalities and Trust Issues: A Mental Health Perspective
Interpersonal difficulties, polarized personality, distrust of others? I have recently started feeling depressed, constantly wanting to cry, and feeling like I'm going crazy. I don't understand why my grades are average, yet my interpersonal skills are poor. Aside from ...
Dr. Liu Runqian Reply:
Symptoms of depression include: depressed mood, loss of interest in usual activities, cognitive and motor retardation, loss of appetite, weight loss, insomnia, fatigue and weakness in limbs, restlessness, self-blame, feelings of guilt, helplessness, worthlessness, hopelessness, a...[Read More] Struggling with Dual Personalities and Trust Issues: A Mental Health Perspective
Understanding Depression, Emotional Sensitivity, and Sleep Issues
Depression, emotional management, sleep? Hello, I apologize for the lengthy description. I am currently a student preparing for the university entrance exam, and I am feeling a bit stressed, but I believe it is a positive stress that does not significantly affect my daily life. A...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Occasional fluctuations in emotions can sometimes lead to poor sleep, but as long as you gradually return to a normal state, there is usually no need to worry too much. When you notice that your emotional or physical well-being is not optimal, you can try to explore possib...[Read More] Understanding Depression, Emotional Sensitivity, and Sleep Issues
Is It OCD? Understanding Compulsive Behaviors and Emotional Outbursts
Is this obsessive-compulsive disorder? Hello, Doctor. Since elementary school, I have had an impulse to compulsively count my fingers. If I don't count to a specific number, I feel very uncomfortable. However, this situation has now evolved into an involuntary counting behav...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello Ms. Huang: Based on your description, there is indeed a possibility of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Additionally, individuals with Tourette syndrome have a higher likelihood of co-occurring OCD compared to the general population. OCD has a high chance of improvement...[Read More] Is It OCD? Understanding Compulsive Behaviors and Emotional Outbursts
Struggling with Identity: Navigating Anxiety and Self-Perception
I fear that I will forever live in conflict with myself? In elementary school, I was chubby and not exactly bullied, but I had a bit of a princess complex, feeling somewhat on the fringes. During the summer before middle school, I dieted and tried to learn the behaviors of popula...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, From your description, I can sense your emotions and anxiety. However, I also notice that you have a clear understanding of your thoughts and feelings, which is crucial for future changes. The emotions you mentioned are likely concerns shared by many, such as the...[Read More] Struggling with Identity: Navigating Anxiety and Self-Perception
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: Coping with Mental Health Challenges
I have persistent absurd thoughts that I can't seem to shake off and cannot control? Hello Doctor, my husband has been experiencing these issues for a long time, but he only opened up to me about his emotional struggles after we got married. Recently, he had another episode,...
Dr. Lin Niqi Reply:
Hello, you mentioned that your husband's mental condition has significantly affected his daily life, which necessitates medical treatment. As for the cause, diagnosis, and treatment methods, these can only be confirmed through a consultation with the patient. Therefore, plea...[Read More] Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: Coping with Mental Health Challenges
Understanding Anxiety, Emotional Distress, and OCD in Teens
Anxiety disorders, emotional distress, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? Hello, doctor. I am currently a high school junior, and over the past two years, I've noticed that my emotions have become increasingly anxious. I often feel overwhelmed with many things I want to do...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear [Recipient's Name], From your letter, I can sense the changes and discomfort you are experiencing. I believe that the pressures of high school life, especially regarding academic demands, can be quite significant. It is commendable that you have already spoken with you...[Read More] Understanding Anxiety, Emotional Distress, and OCD in Teens
Understanding Panic Disorder vs. Anxiety: A Guide for Families
Is this panic disorder or anxiety panic disorder? Hello Doctor, My mother has become very anxious over the past few years due to my father's infidelity. I have taken her to see a doctor. Although my mother chose to forgive my father, and he apologized and promised to cut t...
Dr. Huang Weiqin Reply:
Hello, regarding your description of your mother's emotions and behaviors, it seems she may be experiencing depression combined with anxiety and autonomic nervous system dysregulation due to the stress from the infidelity incident. The damage to mutual trust, self-confidence...[Read More] Understanding Panic Disorder vs. Anxiety: A Guide for Families
Overcoming Health Anxiety: Coping with Fear of Illness and Mental Health
Fear of illness? Hello, Doctor: I am very afraid of getting sick. Whenever I notice any unusual symptoms in my body, I uncontrollably search the internet for related diseases (and the more I read, the more I identify with them), which takes up almost all of my leisure time. This ...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello, Miss: Based on your description, it seems that the primary symptoms are anxiety, fear, and excessive worry about physical illnesses. However, more information is needed to determine the specific type of mental disorder, as there are currently no symptoms of delusions or ha...[Read More] Overcoming Health Anxiety: Coping with Fear of Illness and Mental Health
Understanding Emotional Instability: Navigating Feelings and Friendships in Adolescence
Emotional instability Hello, doctor. I am currently in the process of transitioning to high school. Although I am generally cheerful, I have been feeling quite emotional lately. Recently, I find myself inexplicably sad and crying for no reason about two to three nights a week. Th...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Sometimes certain situations may trigger feelings of depression or discomfort, and the underlying reasons may be repressed in consciousness. It is advisable to redirect your attention to focus on other neutral events to see if the situation improves. Past negative experien...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Navigating Feelings and Friendships in Adolescence
Understanding Emotional Instability and Cognitive Issues in Aging Parents
Emotional instability, cognitive impairment, mood disorders? Hello, my mother used to frequently complain to me about my father, his mother, and his siblings, saying they treated her poorly. She often recounted past grievances, such as, "My father's brother asked my bro...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it seems that your mother may have issues with emotional instability. However, there are many potential causes for emotional instability, including personality traits, life stressors, and mental health disorders. If it is a mental health disorder...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability and Cognitive Issues in Aging Parents
Overcoming Persistent Negative Emotions: A Journey Through Anxiety and Health
Persistent negative emotions Hello, doctor. Since my youth, I have had a predominantly negative outlook on things. At that time, I didn't realize how serious it was, but as I got older, this situation worsened. In 2015, I suddenly started experiencing tinnitus, and after con...
Dr. Huang Weiqin Reply:
To the inquiring netizen: Based on your description, you may be experiencing issues related to anxiety or depression. It is recommended to be accompanied by friends or family to a psychiatric (or psychosomatic) outpatient clinic, where a psychiatrist can assist with the necessary...[Read More] Overcoming Persistent Negative Emotions: A Journey Through Anxiety and Health
Managing Emotional Distress: Coping with Anger and Sleep Issues
Emotional distress I apologize, but recently I have been experiencing frequent outbursts of anger at work. I often find myself irritated by a particular person, and when my temper flares up, it becomes difficult to calm down, leading to dizziness and headaches that last for a lon...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Based on the process you described, it is clear that you are currently experiencing discomfort. You mentioned feeling a lot of stress, disrupted sleep, anger outbursts, and headaches. These symptoms are typically stress responses that affect your body, emotions, ...[Read More] Managing Emotional Distress: Coping with Anger and Sleep Issues
Struggling with Self-Doubt: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
I might be sick? Hello, Doctor! I am a very well-behaved child who has always done things well and rarely gets scolded; I am the kind of person who is loved by my elders. However, even until now, I may still be a naive and easily bullied person. My change in self-perception began...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello, it seems that there are indeed some negative emotions in the text, and they have been troubling you for a while. I hope you can seek information on stress management and emotional intelligence (EQ) to learn some self-adjustment methods for managing stress and emotions. You...[Read More] Struggling with Self-Doubt: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
Overcoming Anxiety and Building Confidence in Nursing Internships
Work Adaptation Hello, Doctor: I have studied nursing in both a five-year junior college and a two-year technical program. My internship journey has not been very smooth, and I have relied on the support of friends, teachers, and classmates to get to this point. Although I manage...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: When you first enter the workforce, there will indeed be a challenging adjustment period. Whether it's facing challenges, receiving criticism, or being overwhelmed, just focus on learning what you need to learn; these experiences hold their own value. Thinking this wa...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety and Building Confidence in Nursing Internships
Understanding the Emotional Impact of 'I Stayed for You' in Relationships
"Why does the phrase 'to stay for you' make me feel uncomfortable?" My boyfriend is going to a distant location for a two-day training, and I have always hoped he wouldn't go. He was hesitant and wanted to stay with me, but he still set off that morning. ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Your boyfriend's emotions may indeed be related to the frustration of missing the bus. In the situation you described where the atmosphere between the two of you is not good, it is advisable to downplay it and focus on the present and future. Frustration can trigger n...[Read More] Understanding the Emotional Impact of 'I Stayed for You' in Relationships
Understanding Emotional Instability and Detachment in Teens
Emotional issues and apathy problems? Hello, I am a 16-year-old high school girl. My mother had depression when I was younger. There was an incident when I did something wrong, and she cut her hair with scissors in front of me. This happened when I was in the first grade of eleme...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yue: Past life experiences and interactions with parents can influence one's emotions at certain moments. If one can understand the origins of their emotions, it becomes easier to find ways to adjust them. However, sometimes when reflecting on events that happen ...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability and Detachment in Teens
Managing Anxiety: Tips for Emotional Well-Being
Emotional issues I often imagine the appearance of a little devil, which makes me feel anxious and uneasy. I need my family to soothe my emotions throughout the day. I would like to ask what I can do to improve my emotional state.
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to shift your focus to other activities, such as hobbies, interests, or personal growth. When we concentrate on these things, we tend to feel less anxious and tense. If you are still troubled, it is advisable to seek medical assistance. Wishing you all th...[Read More] Managing Anxiety: Tips for Emotional Well-Being
Understanding Emotional Control Issues and Violence in Relationships
Emotional regulation issues, violence? Doctor, my boyfriend is 40 years old, works in insurance sales, and grew up in a single-parent family. After his parents divorced when he was in junior high, he has lived alone, with custody granted to his father. However, his father was bus...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Based on the description in your letter, I would like to address several aspects regarding your boyfriend that require attention, including his daily routine, work situation, emotional stability, and impulsive or violent behaviors. The medical aspect will first i...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Control Issues and Violence in Relationships
Overcoming Anxiety and Nausea: Coping with Past Trauma and Social Fears
Frequently feeling nauseous, anxious, and pessimistic? Since childhood, whenever I recall unpleasant memories, I experience a nauseous feeling that sometimes leads to actual vomiting. This is partly due to having been verbally bullied before graduating from junior high school. As...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Xiao Rui: Based on your description, it seems that you have tendencies towards pessimism and excessive anxiety. You have also employed some self-soothing and self-regulation techniques, but the symptoms still persist. Thinking about past negative events makes you feel naus...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety and Nausea: Coping with Past Trauma and Social Fears