Struggling with Mental Health: Seeking Help for Self-Harm and Anxiety
Hello, I don't know what to do? Hello doctor, I visited you over two years ago. After taking medication, I self-harmed, and my family decided to dispose of all my medication. As a result, I often feel very distressed. Initially, I experienced sleepwalking, and later I became...
Dr. Lin Junyuan Reply:
Hello MM, you mentioned, "I know there is something wrong, but I don't know what to do." Recognizing that there is a problem is the first step towards improving your situation! While I cannot remember all the cases I have seen, I am glad that you are willing to con...[Read More] Struggling with Mental Health: Seeking Help for Self-Harm and Anxiety
Overcoming Past Trauma: Seeking Help for Sleep and Mental Health Issues
Please help me? Hello, doctor. I had a hard time falling asleep last night, and this has been happening frequently since the summer vacation. The reason it takes me so long to fall asleep is that my mind keeps dwelling on past negative experiences, which makes me so upset that I ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, thank you for your letter and for sharing your detailed thoughts and feelings! First, I want to encourage you that since things can change from good to bad, they can also change from bad to good. Generally, maintaining this attitude towards life can help minimize feelings ...[Read More] Overcoming Past Trauma: Seeking Help for Sleep and Mental Health Issues
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: Why We Struggle to Control Negative Thinking
Why is it that rationally knowing a thought is harmful does not prevent the thought from arising? I am currently a fourth-year student, and I feel that I study very hard. However, I also feel a lot of pressure and am constantly tense in everything I do. I hope to achieve good gra...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello! First of all, I want to encourage you; you are a good person with a delicate mindset and the ability for self-reflection. The competitive mentality is something everyone experiences and is not pathological. The struggle between opposing thoughts is the source of our suffer...[Read More] Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: Why We Struggle to Control Negative Thinking
Understanding Psychological Distress: Symptoms and Solutions
Confusion seeking resolution? Hello, doctor. I feel like there must be something wrong with my mental health. Although I know that consulting a psychologist might be more effective in overcoming these issues, I thought it would be more appropriate to ask online first. Here are my...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
The physical discomfort symptoms mentioned in your question are manifestations of autonomic nervous system overactivity. Each individual's stability of the autonomic nervous system has some inherent differences. When faced with events that provoke strong emotions, somatic sy...[Read More] Understanding Psychological Distress: Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding the Link Between Stomach Issues and Mental Health Concerns
Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing long-term symptoms such as stomach discomfort and bloating. Is this a concern? Recently, I've been feeling overwhelmed with intrusive thoughts. I find myself getting caught up in societal events and thinking about the methods and psych...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello GER: Long-term discomfort in the stomach can cause psychological stress; conversely, improving one's mood may also reduce physical discomfort. Physical and psychological symptoms often influence each other. Everyone occasionally experiences thoughts they dislike, and m...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Stomach Issues and Mental Health Concerns
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
Understanding and Addressing Multiple Mental Health Concerns: A Guide
Multiple mental health issues I feel like there must be something wrong with my mental health. Although consulting a psychologist might be a better way to overcome these challenges, I think it's more appropriate to ask online first. Here are my questions: 1. I easily feel n...
Dr. Wang Chongren Reply:
Dear Dr. Wang Chong-Jen of the Tainan Hospital, Department of Psychiatry, Thank you for your inquiry. The issues you raised can be summarized as presenting psychosomatic symptoms related to sexual topics, which may manifest as physiological symptoms such as nausea and cold swea...[Read More] Understanding and Addressing Multiple Mental Health Concerns: A Guide
Understanding Disturbing Thoughts: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues
Hello, doctor. Can you please tell me what is happening to me? I've recently been feeling very strange inside... I keep having thoughts of wanting to destroy everything... like the feeling of wanting to reset my computer... Recently, I've been exposed to too many news s...
Dr. Li Zhengfeng Reply:
Hello: First of all, thank you for your letter. According to what you mentioned in your correspondence, it seems that you are currently experiencing obsessive thoughts. Individuals with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) often find themselves trapped in a cycle of meaningless an...[Read More] Understanding Disturbing Thoughts: When to Seek Help for Mental Health Issues
Understanding Insomnia: Navigating Sleep Challenges and Anxiety
About Insomnia Hello Dr. Chen, About four weeks ago, I started experiencing insomnia, and since then, I have been struggling to sleep well. There have been nights where I couldn't sleep for 2 to 3 days in a row, and during the day, I often feel drowsy. My family took me to ...
Dr. Chen Yuying Reply:
Hello: Insomnia is a complex issue that can be primary or secondary (caused by other factors). You mentioned a specific date "four weeks ago" when your insomnia began; was there anything significant that happened on that day? For example, if someone experienced a breaku...[Read More] Understanding Insomnia: Navigating Sleep Challenges and Anxiety
Overcoming Mental Struggles: A Soldier's Journey in the Navy
Hello, Dr. Cheng? Hello Dr. Cheng, I am currently serving in the 146th Fleet at the Penghu Naval Base, and I am feeling very distressed. Every day, I find myself lost in negative thoughts... On the ship, I experience claustrophobia, and I am also afraid of flying due to acrophobi...
Dr. Zheng Jingming Reply:
Xiao Wei: Hello, regarding your concerns about "claustrophobia, fear of flying, acrophobia, feeling very anxious, suffering, and nightmares," I suggest you first seek an evaluation from a psychiatrist to confirm the diagnosis and determine whether medication or other tr...[Read More] Overcoming Mental Struggles: A Soldier's Journey in the Navy
Managing Head Pressure and Neck Tension: Tips for Relief
Feeling heavy-headed with tightness behind the ears and neck? I constantly feel like my head is about to explode, with a heavy sensation in the neck area behind my ears, which feels very tight, and my ears seem to be swollen. A while ago, I was completely focused on my studies un...
Dr. Wang Chongren Reply:
Dear Dr. Wang Chong-Ren, Department of Psychiatry, Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: Hello, The headaches you mentioned are likely related to your academic stress, late nights, and excessive thinking. In particular, the "excessive thinking" you describe...[Read More] Managing Head Pressure and Neck Tension: Tips for Relief
Overcoming Negative Thoughts: A Guide for Perfectionists Struggling with Anxiety
Frequent negative thoughts? Hello, doctor. I have a perfectionist personality and I always want to do my best in everything. However, things don't always go as I wish. Whenever I do something poorly, or if someone gives me a certain look or gesture, I tend to overthink and f...
Dr. Chen Yuying Reply:
Hello, I'm sorry for not responding to your question in a timely manner due to my busy schedule. I noticed you mentioned that "the doctor recommended surgery," which is quite concerning. It's been a month; have you undergone the surgery? You mentioned that you...[Read More] Overcoming Negative Thoughts: A Guide for Perfectionists Struggling with Anxiety
Navigating Family Challenges: Understanding Mental Health Issues in Young Adults
Family issues Hello doctor, I have a cousin whose intelligence may not be typical compared to others. However, previous school assessments have classified him as normal and not reaching the level of intellectual disability. Since elementary school, he has sometimes struggled to u...
Dr. Wang Chongren Reply:
Dear Dr. Wang Chong-Ren, Department of Psychiatry, Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: Hello, Regarding your inquiry about your cousin's main issues, it appears that he has problems with judgment, as well as impulsive spending, a preoccupation with sexual beh...[Read More] Navigating Family Challenges: Understanding Mental Health Issues in Young Adults
Understanding Mental Health: Common Questions About Psychiatric Conditions
Psychiatric Medical Record Hello, doctor. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. Does having a psychiatric history automatically classify someone as having a mental illness? 2. If I forget what I have read all at once, could it be due to brain hypoxia, aging, or brain ...
Dr. Wang Chongren Reply:
Dear Dr. Wang Chong-Jen, Department of Psychiatry, Tainan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare: Greetings. Question 1: Mental disorders include insomnia, headaches, psychosomatic disorders, adjustment disorders, somatoform disorders, depression, and personality disorders, ...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Common Questions About Psychiatric Conditions
Overcoming Perfectionism: Navigating Mental Health Challenges
Feeling a bit down? Two years ago, I visited a psychiatrist about five times and felt much better afterward, so I stopped going (the doctor diagnosed me with adjustment disorder at that time). Since May, due to increased stress, I have seen the psychiatrist three times (with foll...
Dr. Wang Zhenyang Reply:
Hello, online friend: It seems that the psychological distress you are currently experiencing has led you to face some difficulties! Psychiatric treatment involves more than just medication; sometimes psychotherapy is also a crucial component. Although you have a degree in counse...[Read More] Overcoming Perfectionism: Navigating Mental Health Challenges
Understanding Mental Health: Can Medication Help Control Negative Thoughts?
What exactly happened? Can medication help me avoid these thoughts? Although I feel angry inside, do I really have to rely on medication to control myself? I think I should try to change my situation because I absolutely hate being like this; I’m not happy living this way. For me...
Dr. Chen Yuying Reply:
I’m not asking if you can accept medication because I believe your symptoms can be resolved with drugs, but rather to understand your expectations regarding medical treatment. Moreover, I cannot fully grasp your situation based solely on text from the internet. Based on the infor...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Can Medication Help Control Negative Thoughts?
Feeling Stuck: Navigating Mental Health and Finding Purpose
"Ghost hitting the wall" I have seen two doctors, and both said that I am fine, but I just think too much. I told them that I am unhappy every day, and the doctors asked me why I feel this way. I said it might be because I feel unsuccessful. They asked me what I conside...
Dr. Chen Yuying Reply:
Of course, you can feel unhappy, you can complain a lot, you can be dissatisfied with yourself, and you can continue to go in circles; what does it matter? This statement is not meant to criticize you, but rather to sincerely express this to you. Living without a sense of purpose...[Read More] Feeling Stuck: Navigating Mental Health and Finding Purpose
Overcoming Anxiety: Strategies for Managing Worry and Self-Doubt
My head is about to explode! I often find myself feeling anxious and inadequate compared to my classmates. I feel useless and hopeless about the future, especially since my peers are becoming teachers and passing civil service exams, while I feel like I can never catch up. I read...
Dr. Zheng Jingming Reply:
Your main issues include anxiety, depression, negative thoughts, and feelings of inferiority, which you feel unable to control. To make a definitive diagnosis, there are still several questions that need to be addressed, such as: How long have you been experiencing these symptoms...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety: Strategies for Managing Worry and Self-Doubt
Should I See a Doctor? Understanding Mental Health Concerns
Should I see a doctor? Hello Doctor: Recently, I've been experiencing negative thoughts and feeling that life is very difficult! This is not the first time I've had such thoughts; they tend to resurface periodically. When I see colleagues whispering to each other, I fee...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
You need to see a doctor as soon as possible; the situation at 46 minutes is indeed serious. Go see a physician, inform them about your condition, and follow the treatment. With time, you will start to improve.[Read More] Should I See a Doctor? Understanding Mental Health Concerns
Understanding Neck Stiffness: Anxiety or Underlying Condition?
Neck stiffness lasting for more than two weeks? In the past month, I have been experiencing frequent neck stiffness. It started about a month ago after a day of severe dizziness. I underwent various tests, including blood tests, CT scans, X-rays, and an electrocardiogram, and the...
Dr. Wang Chongren Reply:
Dear Chien-Li, Chronic meningitis is mostly caused by infections and can present with symptoms such as fever, neck stiffness, headache, diplopia, and altered consciousness. Patients typically exhibit signs of infection, and neck stiffness is just one of the symptoms; it cannot s...[Read More] Understanding Neck Stiffness: Anxiety or Underlying Condition?