Struggling with Insomnia: My Journey from Sleepless Nights to Seeking Help
Since April 16, I have suddenly been unable to sleep? Since April 16, I stayed at a hotel in Ximen, Taipei, with my girlfriend. I remember that I couldn't sleep that night and forced myself to try to sleep, but by noon the next day, I still hadn't slept. After that, I c...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your inquiry. Based on your description, it is evident that you are currently experiencing significant difficulties with sleep. You mentioned that you have sought treatment at multiple hospitals, but your condition has not improved significantly. I ...[Read More] Struggling with Insomnia: My Journey from Sleepless Nights to Seeking Help
Understanding Emotional Instability: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
Emotional instability Hello Doctor: My condition has been ongoing for about a year, starting from mild symptoms to increasingly uncontrollable situations. Initially, I felt dizzy and unwell, but I thought it was nothing serious and continued with my life. This state lasted for ab...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your inquiry. Based on the process you described, it is evident that you are experiencing discomfort, especially with the recent thoughts of hopelessness and suicidal ideation. I would like to remind you to communicate your current situation clearly...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
Managing Emotional Responses: Coping with Sadness and Empathy
Crying together? Embracing? I used to empathize with others' sadness when I heard about their sorrow, but I wouldn't cry. However, as I've gotten older, I've noticed that my eyes get red, and now I actually shed tears. It's troubling because watching TV, ...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your message. Based on your description of emotions, particularly regarding sadness and tearfulness, it may be important to consider your personal emotional state, sleep patterns, appetite, weight, and overall lifestyle to assess the possibility of ...[Read More] Managing Emotional Responses: Coping with Sadness and Empathy
Understanding My Father's Verbal Abuse: Seeking Help for Mental Health Issues
Regarding my father's frequent verbal abuse? My dad is around 56 years old and often yells at the people on TV or makes negative comments about news reports, including criticizing the appearance of the news anchors. He is frequently harsh towards our family, often saying hur...
Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello Mr. Liu: Based on the information you provided, it is not yet possible to determine whether your father has a mental illness or if it is a matter of personal character traits. In cases of severe mental illness, there are usually clear signs of delusions or hallucinations, o...[Read More] Understanding My Father's Verbal Abuse: Seeking Help for Mental Health Issues
Dealing with Frequent Sexual Fantasies About Others: A Mental Health Perspective
If you frequently have sexual fantasies about the opposite sex, it's important to understand that such thoughts are a normal part of human sexuality. Here are a few suggestions on how to manage these fantasies: 1. **Acknowledge Your Feelings I find myself frequently having ...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Hello: From your letter, I can certainly sense your stress, worries, and discomfort. Given the noticeable impact on your well-being, learning, and interpersonal interactions, I recommend considering a conversation with the school’s counseling psychologist or seeking an evaluation...[Read More] Dealing with Frequent Sexual Fantasies About Others: A Mental Health Perspective
Understanding Emotional Distress: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Emotional issues Hello, doctor. I've been experiencing some emotional issues lately, and I'm wondering if I might have some kind of mental illness. In the past, I could always find positive solutions to any problem, but recently I've often felt the urge to hide awa...
Dr. Liao Zixian Reply:
Hello Sharon, It sounds like you have been experiencing some emotional issues lately, which have already begun to affect your daily life and work. Depression is a complex emotional state, and there are many different forms of depressive disorders. Although the situations you me...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Distress: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Emotional Instability: Symptoms and Coping Strategies
Emotional instability refers to a range of symptoms that can include mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and difficulty managing emotions. Individuals may experience rapid changes in their emotional state, feeling very happy one moment and very sad or angry the next. This conditi...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Based on your described experience, I can clearly sense the discomfort you are feeling in your dormitory. I suspect this is a stress response stemming from your interactions with your roommate, which may include symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, headaches, diff...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Symptoms and Coping Strategies
Struggling to Wake Up: Understanding Sleep Issues and Emotional Health
I just can't get up in the morning? Hello doctor, when I used to live at home, my mom would always wake me up. Now that I've moved out, I've realized that I can't get up in the morning no matter what. I've set three alarm clocks along with my phone alarm,...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Mr. Lan: Regarding the difficulty in getting out of bed and its relation to sleep disorders, we first need to assess your mental state from the time you wake up until the daytime. If you do not feel fatigued and your mental state is good, it indicates that your sleep is ful...[Read More] Struggling to Wake Up: Understanding Sleep Issues and Emotional Health
Understanding Panic Disorder and Its Emotional Impact on Families
My mother has depression? Hello, Doctor! I apologize for the lengthy message, so I have divided it into two parts. Thank you for your help! Background: My mother has been diagnosed with panic disorder for quite some time, about a year now. She used to be a strong woman who work...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Panic disorder and depression are both treatable conditions, and with patience and perseverance, most individuals can see improvement. For those who are depressed, feeling understood by those around them and having someone willing to accept and accompany them can provide s...[Read More] Understanding Panic Disorder and Its Emotional Impact on Families
Managing Emotional Turmoil: Strategies for Coping with Anxiety and Stress
Easily feel overwhelmed by stress? Hello, doctor. My emotions fluctuate greatly; I get easily angry and often feel depressed, and I frequently have negative thoughts. I always feel that when others ask me questions, they are trying to pick on my flaws or mock me. My parents have ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Bubu: Dysfunction of the prefrontal cortex may indicate Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which can lead to difficulties with distraction, impulsivity, and restlessness, making it hard to control thoughts that seem to cycle in your mind. You mentioned that y...[Read More] Managing Emotional Turmoil: Strategies for Coping with Anxiety and Stress
Overcoming Anxiety and Self-Doubt: Finding Confidence in Decision-Making
I experience rapid mood swings and often find myself overthinking? Hello, since I was a child, I have always been a person who thinks a lot, and even as an adult, I find it easy to rely on my family. During the four years I lived in the university dormitory, I felt very confident...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your message. Based on your description, it is clear that you are experiencing discomfort related to your emotional state. The symptoms of intrusive thoughts often accompany feelings of uncertainty and may even lead to obsessive thoughts. A classic ...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety and Self-Doubt: Finding Confidence in Decision-Making
Coping with Emotional Turmoil After a Loved One's Cancer Diagnosis
Emotional instability Last Tuesday, my mom went to the hospital for a check-up without telling me and had a biopsy done. This Tuesday, after reviewing the results, it was confirmed that she has stage 1 to 2 breast cancer. When I found out, I felt very sad and angry. I quietly cri...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
It's understandable that you're feeling very sad after your mother has been diagnosed with stage 1 or 2 breast cancer. Crying is a normal reaction, and expressing your emotions in a healthy way can be beneficial for you. Your mother's condition does have a high cha...[Read More] Coping with Emotional Turmoil After a Loved One's Cancer Diagnosis
Exploring Medication and Meditation for Severe Depression: A Personal Journey
Medication issues, meditation, major depressive disorder? I am currently 21 years old. Three years ago, I fell ill and endured two months of suffering with my family. Fortunately, my father took me to see a doctor, and I have been accompanied by Smilon for three years. On August ...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Simpatic M (Sibutramine) 50 mg is a medication that reduces dopamine levels. Regarding any questions about the medication, I recommend discussing them with your prescribing physician, as my suggestions may not be suitable for your specific condition. However, your dreams may refl...[Read More] Exploring Medication and Meditation for Severe Depression: A Personal Journey
Overcoming Nighttime Hallucinations and Sleep Disturbances After Loss
Frequent auditory hallucinations before sleep and waking up suddenly in the middle of the night? In the past three months, due to the passing of a family member, I frequently experienced auditory hallucinations at night, specifically hearing the sound of an ambulance siren. Over ...
Dr. Huang Weiqin Reply:
Dear Inquirer, Hello! Based on your description, it seems that you may be experiencing excessive anxiety due to difficulties in coping with the loss of a family member. If you are still a student, I recommend that you consider visiting the counseling center during school hours ...[Read More] Overcoming Nighttime Hallucinations and Sleep Disturbances After Loss
Understanding My Mental Health Struggles: Seeking Answers and Support
What illness do I have? Hello, Doctor. I have accumulated many issues since childhood. I have visited the psychiatric department multiple times, but I always end up leaving. Please help me. (Thank you in advance!!) 1. Since the 4th grade of elementary school, I started to disli...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, you have expressed yourself very clearly and your communication skills are excellent. If you go to see a doctor, just describe it this way, and the physician will surely understand your difficulties and provide you with great help. We see many people with anxiety disorders...[Read More] Understanding My Mental Health Struggles: Seeking Answers and Support
Managing Postpartum Anxiety: Overcoming Worries About Your Child's Health
Postpartum mood instability? Hello Doctor, I just gave birth 15 days ago. Before my pregnancy, I had some symptoms of health anxiety (I suspected dozens of diseases). I had seen a doctor before, who believed I had obsessive-compulsive disorder rather than health anxiety. Now, I f...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, whether it is obsessive-compulsive disorder, health anxiety, or even some forms of depression, there often arise compulsive worries or thoughts. As your husband mentioned, if we really want to worry, there are thousands of diseases one could be concerned about, and we coul...[Read More] Managing Postpartum Anxiety: Overcoming Worries About Your Child's Health
Do I Have OCD? Understanding Symptoms and Coping Strategies
Do I have obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? Hello, doctor. I am currently a senior in high school, and it seems that I have had some symptoms similar to obsessive-compulsive disorder since elementary school, although they were not very noticeable. However, I feel that this yea...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Ah Xiang: These symptoms could indeed be indicative of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Both medication and psychotherapy can help alleviate the symptoms of OCD. It is advisable to seek medical assistance for support.[Read More] Do I Have OCD? Understanding Symptoms and Coping Strategies
Understanding Genetic Links to Mental Health Issues in Families
Is it hereditary? Hello Doctor: My boyfriend has two sisters, one of whom has depression. The other has been unemployed at home for 6 or 7 years and has recently exhibited strange behaviors, often claiming to be possessed and screaming at night. She has been in a psychiatric hosp...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: This is a heavy issue. Medically speaking, many diseases such as hypertension and diabetes (including mental disorders) may be related to genetics, with varying probabilities. Furthermore, the development of mental disorders is influenced not only by physical constitution ...[Read More] Understanding Genetic Links to Mental Health Issues in Families
Understanding Tinnitus and Auditory Hallucinations in Children and Teens
Children and adolescents Is it common for elementary school children to occasionally experience tinnitus, hearing music, conversations with friends, or even voices speaking to them? This usually occurs at night when they have trouble sleeping or feel scared (it's unclear whe...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Typical auditory hallucinations can occur during the day and usually happen every day. If they only appear occasionally at night when the child is having trouble sleeping, it may be related to stress or anxiety. It is advisable to try to increase enjoyable parent-child int...[Read More] Understanding Tinnitus and Auditory Hallucinations in Children and Teens
Am I Experiencing Auditory Hallucinations or Schizophrenia?
Do I have hallucinations? Or am I experiencing schizophrenia? Hello, doctor. I have always been an outgoing person since childhood, considered an invincible source of happiness by my family and friends. I am always the life of the party during celebrations, farewells, and April F...
Dr. Zhang Zhehong Reply:
Hello: Your psychiatric symptoms may include auditory hallucinations, depression, and anxiety. 1. First, there are physiological issues; elevated liver enzymes and weight loss require prompt medical attention. Please consult an internist for evaluation and treatment of internal m...[Read More] Am I Experiencing Auditory Hallucinations or Schizophrenia?