Understanding Brain Aging and Mental Health: Key Questions Answered
Brain issues Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask: 1. At what age does brain aging begin? Is it possible for someone in their thirties to experience aging that leads to dementia? 2. If a person has experienced a significant head injury, could it result in lifelong regrets or affe...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Recent medical research has found that the brain has a high degree of plasticity; with continuous thinking, learning, or exercise, the brain actually becomes smarter the more it is used. Head injuries that result in intracranial blood clots or bleeding can indeed affect intellige...[Read More] Understanding Brain Aging and Mental Health: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Mental Health: Clarifying Misconceptions About Psychiatric Medications
Psychiatric evaluation Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask: 1. If a person is taking medication from a psychiatrist or neurologist, should they be classified as a mental health patient? Does this mean they have a mental illness? 2. Does taking psychiatric or neurological medicatio...
Dr. Wang Chongren Reply:
Dear Dr. Wang Chong-Jen, Department of Psychiatry, Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: Greetings, 1. Many patients with internal and external medical conditions are also taking medications for anxiety and depression. A person's mental state is closely related ...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Clarifying Misconceptions About Psychiatric Medications
Understanding Mental Health Issues: Inheritance, Dreams, and Aging
Mental health issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. If a male has a history of mental illness, will it be inherited by his children? 2. I dream every night and wake up feeling very tired. I have to work and take care of my family during the day. ...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
1. Some mental illnesses have a genetic predisposition, while others do not, but neither is absolute. 2. The symptoms are not clearly defined. 3. Treatment is still possible. Whether there is hope depends on the specific condition. 4. It is possible, and treatment is also availab...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health Issues: Inheritance, Dreams, and Aging
Understanding Mental Illness: Do Hallucinations Indicate a Psychiatric Condition?
Assessment of Mental Illness Hello Doctor: 1. If there have been occurrences of auditory hallucinations in the brain, specifically related to images of past trauma, and I have consulted a neurologist who did not clarify whether medication from the neurology or psychiatry depart...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, the psychiatric symptoms are actually caused by an imbalance of neurotransmitters in the brain, so the appearance of these symptoms is fundamentally a phenomenon resulting from neurological dysregulation. Current pharmacological treatments aim to stabilize these dysregulat...[Read More] Understanding Mental Illness: Do Hallucinations Indicate a Psychiatric Condition?
How to Readjust to Therapy: Overcoming Fear and Finding Support
How can I readjust to seeing a doctor again? I will visit your clinic on Monday or Wednesday, but I am unsure how to readjust to seeing a doctor. I am afraid that if I take medication again, I might harm myself once more. Do I need to recount my situation again? I know I often fe...
Dr. Lin Junyuan Reply:
Welcome, regarding the definitions in the Handbook for Persons with Disabilities or the regulations related to compulsory treatment, there are specific legal definitions. Simply seeing a psychiatrist does not automatically qualify for enforcement. If you have any questions, we ca...[Read More] How to Readjust to Therapy: Overcoming Fear and Finding Support
Understanding Psychiatric Medications: Impact on Fertility and Mental Health
Psychiatric medications Hello, Doctor: 1. Will taking psychiatric medication affect fertility? Will the children born have any issues? 2. Why do doctors immediately prescribe medication when someone seeks psychiatric help? Isn't it just a matter of feeling mentally uncomf...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
There are many types of psychiatric medications, some of which are safe for the fetus, while others should be avoided. It is recommended to discuss with your outpatient physician if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant; they will explain the benefits and risks of medic...[Read More] Understanding Psychiatric Medications: Impact on Fertility and Mental Health
Understanding Medication Management in Psychiatry: Key Questions Answered
Medication discontinuation issues? Hello, Doctor: 1. If psychiatric medication is discontinued and the person becomes ill again, does that mean they have to start over? For example, if they were originally supposed to take medication for two years and stopped after a year and a...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Jessie, Here are my suggestions: 1. If psychiatric medication is discontinued and the individual becomes ill again, does this mean starting over? For instance, if the medication was initially required for two years but was stopped after one and a half years, would the ind...[Read More] Understanding Medication Management in Psychiatry: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Patient Symptoms: Exploring Psychiatric Issues and Management
What are the patient's symptoms? Hello Dr. Ding, I would like to ask you a question regarding a situation that has been ongoing for about six months. The patient's symptoms are as follows: the onset of symptoms typically occurs in the morning upon waking or in the even...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, actually, if we are not the parties involved, we cannot know the truth behind their marital disputes. Some situations are easier for outsiders to assess, such as an eighty-year-old person with dementia who suspects that their seventy-year-old spouse, who is bedridden due t...[Read More] Understanding Patient Symptoms: Exploring Psychiatric Issues and Management
Understanding Psychiatric Medications: Duration, Side Effects, and Solutions
Psychiatric medications Hello, Doctor: 1. How many years do psychiatric medications need to be taken for improvement? 2. If psychiatric medications cause irregular menstrual cycles, how can this be addressed? 3. If past physical and mental trauma has resulted in psychological st...
Dr. Xie Dicheng Reply:
Hello: 1. The timing of medication intake is related to the disease and symptoms, and it needs to be discussed with the attending physician. 2. It is important to first confirm whether the medication is indeed the cause. If there is a strong suspicion that it is related to the me...[Read More] Understanding Psychiatric Medications: Duration, Side Effects, and Solutions
Understanding Medication for Emotional Instability: When Is It Necessary?
Please provide the question you would like me to respond to? Hello Dr. Ding: I apologize, but I don't quite understand your response. Is the recommendation to take medication due to having an illness? (I find that a bit frightening), or is it that even people without mental ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, please refer back to my second response. The content mentioned that medication is just one of the options. The three suggestions I provided earlier can be tried first, and they are not related to medication, nor did I address whether you have a mental illness. Generally, o...[Read More] Understanding Medication for Emotional Instability: When Is It Necessary?
Understanding Mental Health Medications: Do They Indicate a Disorder?
I'm sorry, but could you please provide the content you would like me to translate? Thank you, doctor. I will do my best to try. I would like to ask again about the medication you mentioned. Do ordinary people also take medications for mental health? Does taking medication i...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, I appreciate your positive attitude towards medication! People in Taiwan tend to rely heavily on medications. Logically, medication is necessary when one is ill, but taking medication does not necessarily mean the condition is severe or untreatable. For example, we also ta...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health Medications: Do They Indicate a Disorder?
Understanding Your Mother's Paranoia: Signs of Mental Health Issues and Solutions
Could you please clarify which specific symptoms or conditions you are referring to in order to determine the type of mental health disorder? I'm sorry to hear about your mother's situation. Based on the symptoms you've described, it sounds like she may be experien...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, I believe your mother's condition is quite evident to most people, and seeking medical attention is the best course of action. Without treatment, it may be difficult for her to improve on her own, and over time, it could lead to significant distress for everyone invol...[Read More] Understanding Your Mother's Paranoia: Signs of Mental Health Issues and Solutions
Should You Seek Help for Lingering Emotional Trauma?
Should I see a doctor for lingering regrets from the past? My sister was diagnosed with schizophrenia two years ago, and our family has not had a moment of peace since then. Initially, my mother strongly opposed her taking psychiatric medication, believing it would make my sister...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, The content of your letter is indeed touching! The grievances and pain accumulated over the years undoubtedly surpass what words can describe. As a family member of someone with a mental illness, being under constant pressure and facing conflicts regarding how to care fo...[Read More] Should You Seek Help for Lingering Emotional Trauma?
Understanding Asperger's Syndrome: Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Misconceptions
Asperger's syndrome or not? Doctor, I apologize for bothering you during your busy schedule. Around October last year, I visited a psychiatric department at a certain hospital because I have many peculiarities in social interactions and behavior. I am currently 25 years old,...
Dr. Wang Hongsong Reply:
Hello: Asperger's syndrome is a congenital condition, not something that develops later in life. It is important to trace back to childhood or infancy, and since you are already 25 years old, it may be more difficult to recall those early experiences. Typically, we would ask...[Read More] Understanding Asperger's Syndrome: Diagnosis, Symptoms, and Misconceptions
Understanding Mental Health: Common Questions About Psychiatric Disorders
Medical issues 1. If we put it bluntly, are mental patients just considered "crazy"? 2. How can auditory hallucinations be completely cured? If a person hears voices coming from the sky, is it inspiration or a sign of illness? Do individuals with auditory hallucinatio...
Dr. Xie Dicheng Reply:
Hello: Here are the brief answers to your questions: 1. Patients with mental illness should not be referred to as "crazy." 2. It is difficult to clearly explain whether experiencing auditory hallucinations indicates a mental illness. If hearing voices significantly disr...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Common Questions About Psychiatric Disorders
Understanding Mental Health: Distinguishing Between Trauma and Psychosis
Head issues Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about some issues related to my head. 1. I have been experiencing persistent memories of past events for several days, which are all painful recollections. This phenomenon occurred after I went through many setbacks and difficultie...
Dr. Xie Dicheng Reply:
Hello: Thank you for your question. Here are the responses in order: 1. If you have already moved past those painful memories and returned to a normal state of life, then you are likely considered to be back to normal. 2. Indeed, individuals who claim to have psychic abilities or...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Distinguishing Between Trauma and Psychosis
How to Seek Involuntary Treatment for a Family Member with Mental Illness
Family members have mental health issues and are unwilling to seek treatment? My mother has a mental illness and was previously sent for involuntary treatment by family members, but she did not stay for long and returned home. Now she has violent tendencies that threaten the safe...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, you can first contact the local health center near your home and ask for assistance from their public health nurse to arrange for medical transportation. They usually coordinate with the fire department's ambulance to take you to the hospital. Once there, the physicia...[Read More] How to Seek Involuntary Treatment for a Family Member with Mental Illness
Understanding Emotional Instability: Insights on Psychogenic Disorders
Psychoneurosis Hello, Doctor. I have some questions to ask you. Recently, I attended a dance performance with a female friend. During the performance, she exhibited signs of emotional instability, crying continuously, and at times, her head would involuntarily sway to the rhythm ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, when watching movies, dramas, and various artistic performances, each person's feelings can vary greatly, which is somewhat related to individual experiences and personalities. It is difficult to determine whether your friend's reactions are unusual; some individ...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Insights on Psychogenic Disorders
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: Signs of Mental Health Issues in Students
Mental disorders Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about whether I might have a mental illness. I am currently a student and do not experience much stress. I generally have a kind attitude towards others, as my family and friends have mentioned. My life is quite ordinary, bu...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
Although I cannot make a definitive diagnosis without an in-person examination, there is certainly an issue with your condition, and you are likely unwell. Please seek medical attention as soon as possible.[Read More] Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: Signs of Mental Health Issues in Students
How to Accurately Assess Your Anxiety and Depression Symptoms
How to accurately determine if you have anxiety or depression? Causes of difficulty concentrating ~ If I feel mentally exhausted, how can I correctly determine whether I have anxiety or depression? As for mental illness, dementia, delirium, attention deficit hyperactivity disorde...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, the best answer to this question is to see a doctor! Online resources cannot diagnose diseases! Sincerely, Dr. Ding Shuo-Yan.[Read More] How to Accurately Assess Your Anxiety and Depression Symptoms