Coping with Schizophrenia: Navigating Social Stigma and Relationships
Please provide more context or specific information so I can assist you better? Individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia often face discrimination in interpersonal relationships, social situations, and employment. This stigma can lead to concerns about being treated poorly, which...
Dr. Peng Liyun Reply:
Suffering from schizophrenia can significantly impact a patient's social and occupational functioning. Additionally, there is a lack of understanding about the disorder among some members of the public. The issues you mentioned have many potential causes, and it is advisable...[Read More] Coping with Schizophrenia: Navigating Social Stigma and Relationships
Should I Seek Therapy for My Social Anxiety and Isolation?
Should I consider undergoing psychotherapy? I have been relatively introverted and reclusive since childhood. In a new environment, I never initiate friendships; I can only get to know people if someone approaches me first. If no one reaches out, I end up with no friends in class...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. The situation described in your message has room for improvement. I recommend that you consult a mental health specialist (what you referred to as a psychologist). If that's not convenient, please reach out to Teacher Chang's hotline (1980). They also provide cou...[Read More] Should I Seek Therapy for My Social Anxiety and Isolation?
Understanding Paranoid Schizophrenia: Challenges and Relationship Concerns
Delusional disorder What is paranoid schizophrenia? Is it true that individuals with this diagnosis are generally less likely to get married? I have given up on dating because I fear that a partner would not accept me. Although I have physiological needs, this diagnosis is often ...
Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello, Mr. Wu. The main symptoms of delusional disorder include hallucinations and delusions, which may sometimes be accompanied by disorganized speech or behavior. Some individuals may also experience symptoms such as low motivation and mood disturbances, leading to a wide varie...[Read More] Understanding Paranoid Schizophrenia: Challenges and Relationship Concerns
Understanding Signs of Mental Distress: A Guide for Concerned Individuals
Psychotic symptom inquiry Hello, Doctor: I would like to inquire about a situation where an individual appears slightly unwell (fragile, pale) and seems very anxious when talking to others. Even when there is a chair available, they hesitate to sit down, and their body language a...
Dr. Huang Jiabin Reply:
Hello: The situation described can be characterized as being under extreme emotional tension while trying to suppress those feelings. When the suppression becomes overwhelming, it can lead to an emotional breakdown. There are many possibilities; it could be temporary or pathologi...[Read More] Understanding Signs of Mental Distress: A Guide for Concerned Individuals
Understanding Illness Anxiety: When Physical Symptoms Signal Mental Health Issues
Hypochondriasis consultation Hello, Doctor. First, thank you for providing us with this platform and the opportunity to clarify our questions, giving us direction and hope. A few years ago, my family member experienced mild knee pain, which was noticeable but not severe. He activ...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. Based on the situation described in your letter, there is a need for a psychiatric evaluation. I recommend that you assist your family member in visiting a mental health (psychiatry) clinic. You can communicate to them that it is just for counseling and not necessarily ind...[Read More] Understanding Illness Anxiety: When Physical Symptoms Signal Mental Health Issues
Managing Emotional Instability: Seeking Help for Mental Health Challenges
Emotional instability Hello Doctor: I have a sensitive personality and can be quite emotional at times. Recently, due to work-related stress, my emotions have become even more unstable. I work as a technician at a technology company, where a colleague often shifts their unwanted ...
Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Dear Hua, Regarding your work, it seems that a significant amount of stress comes from your inability to refuse tasks assigned by colleagues, leading to both physical and mental exhaustion. You are having trouble sleeping at night and feel reluctant to go to work, resulting in a...[Read More] Managing Emotional Instability: Seeking Help for Mental Health Challenges
Navigating Life with Paranoid Schizophrenia: Seeking Guidance and Support
Please provide more context or specific information for me to give you an opinion? Today, during my job search, I mentioned my early diagnosis, but my current diagnosis is "paranoid schizophrenia." I'm unsure how to communicate my diagnosis to others. Perhaps I can...
Dr. Cai Qijin Reply:
Hello, the exact causes of schizophrenia are still not fully understood, but it can lead to abnormalities in the secretion of neurotransmitters in the brain, which can severely affect thinking and cause hallucinations, among other symptoms. You might explain to others that schizo...[Read More] Navigating Life with Paranoid Schizophrenia: Seeking Guidance and Support
Understanding Gender Dysphoria: Exploring Cross-Dressing and Identity Confusion
Struggling with one's gender identity? I have always liked beautiful things, especially women's clothing. When I wear women's clothes, I feel like a different version of myself. In the past, I have collected women's clothing and would dress up to look as beaut...
Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello, A-Yu: Based on your description, it may be suspected that you have transvestism. Additionally, fetishism specifically requires a strong sexual arousal through clothing or inanimate objects, which is not clearly confirmed in your description. Whether to address transvestism...[Read More] Understanding Gender Dysphoria: Exploring Cross-Dressing and Identity Confusion
Dealing with Anxiety from Unwanted Pests in Your Bedroom
Recent issues that have occurred? In recent days, I have noticed some very small beetles in my room. I'm not sure what kind of insects they are, but I once found one on my bed and blanket. I managed to catch it, but I'm still worried that there might be others hiding ar...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. I apologize, but it seems that the content of your message is incomplete, and therefore I am unable to provide an accurate response to your question.[Read More] Dealing with Anxiety from Unwanted Pests in Your Bedroom
Navigating Gender Identity: A Personal Journey Towards Transition
Regarding gender transition? Hello, Doctor: I first attempted to dress as a woman around the middle grades of elementary school, and no one noticed. Since middle school until now, I have dressed as a woman alone in my room, and again, no one knows because I am not yet mentally pr...
Dr. Huang Jiabin Reply:
Hello: From the perspective of gender issues, a person's gender encompasses many layers: biological sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and gender roles, among others. It seems that you are most troubled by the physical characteristics of biological sex. In the clinica...[Read More] Navigating Gender Identity: A Personal Journey Towards Transition
Understanding Health Anxiety: Coping Strategies for OCD Symptoms
Is it obsessive-compulsive disorder or hypochondriasis? Hello, Doctor. Since my mother was diagnosed with cancer eight years ago, I accompanied her through five years of treatment. Now she no longer needs follow-up visits and is living a normal life, but my emotions have changed....
Dr. Tian Xinqiao Reply:
Hello, thank you for your letter. From your message, it is evident that after caring for your mother during her illness, you have become particularly concerned about your own health status. It is completely normal to worry about one's health; many people still feel some anxi...[Read More] Understanding Health Anxiety: Coping Strategies for OCD Symptoms
Managing Exam Stress: A Student's Struggle with Family Expectations
The pressure faced by students preparing for the university entrance examination? Hello, Doctor. I am a student preparing for the university entrance exam in just over 150 days. I really want to get into my ideal school, but my family doesn't seem to care much about my acade...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Your family is not indifferent to your test scores; rather, they care more about your mental and physical health than your academic performance. Facing the exam, there will inevitably be pressure, so adopt the attitude of "make the most of today" and prepare well...[Read More] Managing Exam Stress: A Student's Struggle with Family Expectations
Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Gastrointestinal Issues
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction, gastrointestinal issues? I have been experiencing issues with my stomach making noises and feeling restless for several months. Sometimes, I have difficulty having a bowel movement; when I do, it can be watery. I visited a gastroenterology cl...
Dr. Huang Jiabin Reply:
Hello: The main function of the autonomic nervous system is to regulate the internal functions of the body in response to external environmental demands. This regulation can be excessive or insufficient; for example, if you eat something bad and experience diarrhea, it is a norma...[Read More] Understanding Autonomic Nervous System Disorders and Gastrointestinal Issues
Coping with Schizophrenia: Navigating Social Anxiety and Stigma
Please provide more context or specific information so I can assist you better? Hello, doctor: I have been feeling very troubled about how to face the people around me after being diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia. Although the doctor told me that my information is protected ...
Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello, sir. Thank you for your hard work. Facing a disease itself requires a lot of courage and strength. That being said, regardless of whether you have this diagnosis or not, everyone has things they prefer to keep private, and being cautious about what others know means you ar...[Read More] Coping with Schizophrenia: Navigating Social Anxiety and Stigma
Struggling with Depression and Skin Picking: A Journey to Healing
Depression / Dermatillomania I am currently unemployed and have only done some part-time jobs. After graduating from university, I prepared for civil service exams due to my parents' expectations, even though I understood that this was not what I truly wanted. I reluctantly ...
Dr. Huang Jiabin Reply:
Hello: It sounds like you have been unable to resolve the current conflicts. You are anxious, which leads you to pick at the edges and inner skin of your thumbs; you are depressed, which causes you to pick until it hurts, making you aware of it; perhaps you feel a sense of nihili...[Read More] Struggling with Depression and Skin Picking: A Journey to Healing
Understanding the Struggles of Families with Mentally Ill Loved Ones
The Life of Individuals with Mental Illness Hello, Doctor. My father was taken to the psychiatric emergency room years ago after a manic episode, during which he claimed to have special abilities and danced in a peculiar manner. Since he was not hospitalized at that time, our fam...
Dr. Huang Jiabin Reply:
Hello: One of the most challenging aspects of mental health conditions is that they can affect judgment. While individuals do not lose all cognitive abilities, certain specific areas may be impacted, leading to significant difficulties for themselves and their families. The suffe...[Read More] Understanding the Struggles of Families with Mentally Ill Loved Ones
Understanding Atypical Psychosis and ICD Code F29 Explained
Regarding atypical psychosis? Hello, doctor. What is meant by atypical psychosis? Additionally, what does the ICD code F29 refer to? I don't understand the English explanation, so I'm asking for your help! Thank you!
Dr. Huang Jiabin Reply:
Hello: Atypical psychosis is an older term that previously referred to what is now classified as F29, or "unspecified psychotic disorder." Unspecified psychotic disorder refers to the presence of psychotic symptoms, such as hallucinations and delusions, without a more d...[Read More] Understanding Atypical Psychosis and ICD Code F29 Explained
Navigating Life with Schizophrenia: Finding Happiness and Acceptance
How to become happier? Today, during my job search, I only mentioned my early diagnosis, as my current diagnosis of delusional disorder might be hidden. Although the doctor’s previous message had a positive impact, I just don’t know how to communicate my diagnosis to others. Perh...
Dr. Tian Xinqiao Reply:
Hello, thank you for your letter. The main topic of your inquiry is how to become happier, but the content seems to revolve around whether or not to disclose your psychiatric diagnosis to others and how to do so, which is causing you distress. In fact, both your mental health sta...[Read More] Navigating Life with Schizophrenia: Finding Happiness and Acceptance
Navigating Life with Paranoid Schizophrenia: Seeking Guidance on Relationships and Employment
Please provide more context or specific information for me to give you an opinion? I have been diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia, and the advantage is that I can function normally without needing hospitalization. The problem is that I don't know how to face the people ar...
Dr. Tian Xinqiao Reply:
Hello, first of all, thank you for your letter. Individuals with schizophrenia may find that their ability to cope with stress and setbacks is not as strong as it was before their illness, and they may experience feelings of disappointment due to family expectations or their own ...[Read More] Navigating Life with Paranoid Schizophrenia: Seeking Guidance on Relationships and Employment
Facing Life with Schizophrenia: Seeking Guidance and Support
Please provide more context or specific information so I can assist you better? I am troubled by schizophrenia and I don't know how to face my life. Although I function normally, I am unsure how to find a job or what kind of job to look for. I also don't know how to let...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, online friend. Many of our patients at the hospital who have already recovered have been able to find jobs and are doing well in their workplaces. In fact, there are techniques for job searching, and I recommend discussing this with your physician. When looking for a job, ...[Read More] Facing Life with Schizophrenia: Seeking Guidance and Support