Insomnia, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 5

How can I stop being overly anxious and worrying about the worst-case scenarios? Fearing car accidents while riding a bike or driving, worrying about my 900-degree myopia leading to retinal detachment or macular degeneration, seeing numerous news stories about gang violence and t...

Anxiety disorder and bipolar disorder? About a year ago, I sought medical attention and was diagnosed with bipolar disorder. Recently, I have been experiencing mood swings and decided to visit a new clinic, where I was informed that my condition is completely different and is act...

Insomnia and medication withdrawal? Hello, doctor. On March 11, I encountered some stress in my interpersonal relationships, which led to sleep disturbances (difficulty falling asleep and waking up easily). Later, on March 17, I consulted a psychiatrist and asked if it could be a...

How can hypochondriasis be cured? Hello Doctor, since I discovered spots in my mouth at the end of 2018, I started googling my symptoms. With the onset of the pandemic and the stress from my job at that time, I became uncomfortable and began a series of health anxiety behaviors. ...

Involuntary hospitalization Hello, doctor. I have a friend who suffers from anxiety disorder. Recently, his anxiety has relapsed, and he had an impulse to take pills. However, he managed to suppress it and called others for help. The night before last, he suddenly lost control an...

Encountering setbacks in medication reduction? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing insomnia (difficulty falling asleep) since March 2022. I visited a psychiatrist who prescribed medication for me to take before bed. Currently, I am taking 1 mg of Zolpidem (Ambien) and 0.5 mg o...

What are the issues related to stopping medication after eight days? Two years ago, I took Lorazepam 0.5 mg for three months, and after stopping the medication, I experienced insomnia for two years. Recently, I started taking it again at a dosage of 0.5 to 0.75 mg. Before taking ...

Anxiety disorder-related issues? Hello, doctor. I am a university student. During high school and college, I have sought help from a mental health specialist due to issues with insomnia, anxiety, palpitations, and self-harm. I have been taking medications such as Abilify, Sertral...

Insomnia, forgetfulness, and poor attention issues? Hello, I have been experiencing insomnia for a while, and I've noticed a decline in my attention and memory. I'm unsure how to address this. Recently, I've often struggled to recall certain people, events, or term...

What type of medical assistance should I seek? Hello, doctor. My mother is around 70 years old and generally has normal cognitive function, but she is experiencing insomnia and regularly takes sleeping pills to help her sleep. Our house is over 30 years old and has several cracks...

Anxiety disorder and insomnia? Hello, I have been diagnosed with anxiety disorder, and my insomnia has recently become more severe than before. I often feel anxious and have palpitations, and sometimes I even experience panic. I frequently feel nauseous, dizzy, or have trembling ...

What are the issues related to stopping medication after eight days? Two years ago, I took Lorazepam 0.5 mg for three months. After stopping the medication, I experienced insomnia for two years. Recently, I started taking it again at a dosage of 0.5 to 0.75 mg. Before I resumed t...

Medication discontinuation issues? Two years ago, I took Lorazepam 0.5 mg for three months, and after stopping, I experienced insomnia. Recently, I started taking it again at a dosage of 0.5 to 0.75 mg. Before taking it, I was able to fall asleep naturally, but now it's wors...

Emotions have been consistently low? Hello, doctor. I don't know why my emotions have been so low. I've noticed that my coordination has worsened, and even when I try to feel angry, I can't. My libido seems to have diminished as well; I feel indifferent when seeing...

Depression, insomnia, etc? Dear Dr. Wu, My mother has been diagnosed with anxiety and depression, and her current medications are as follows: 1. Mirtazapine 3 mg: three times a day after meals 2. Doxepin capsules 30 mg: two capsules at bedtime 3. Lurasidone 10 mg: 0.5 capsule ...

Forgetfulness + Memory Function Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing frequent forgetfulness over the past two weeks. For instance, while showering, I often forget which part I was washing, or I forget my appointments with others on the same day. I even write notes and stick the...

Medication Timing Could you please clarify which medication, Brain Relaxing (腦樂靜) or Happy Power (樂力靜), is taken at bedtime and which one is taken in the morning? The medication bags are divided into two, one marked for bedtime and the other for morning, and there may have been a...

Side effects of Wiccan fatigue? Hello, doctor. I apologize for asking again today; I may not have expressed myself clearly. My concern is the side effect of not being able to sleep during the afternoon nap, while I can sleep well at night without insomnia. You mentioned that Lura...

Regarding Anpaning and Jinganning? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing insomnia (difficulty falling asleep) since March of last year. I need to take medication every day to sleep and I also experience anxiety. After consulting with a psychiatrist, I have been taking 1 mg of Es...

Does depression affect sexual function? Hello, doctor. After visiting a mental health specialist in June last year, I was diagnosed with mild depression, anxiety disorder, and adjustment insomnia. I am currently undergoing medication treatment, and my condition has been steadily ...