Others, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 4

What level of severity necessitates mandatory hospitalization? I have been experiencing poor mental health lately and have been diagnosed with autism and schizophrenia. In recent weeks, I have been struggling with insomnia, anxiety, irritability, and increasingly intense feelings...

I'm really fed up with my mom? Hello, doctor: I have researched a lot about paranoid delusions and have scoured the internet for information, but I feel like I'm going crazy. I can't think of any way to get my mom to willingly (or trick her into) see a psychiatrist...

My younger sister recently confided in me that she is struggling with depression and anxiety. She has sought help from a psychologist, but I'm unsure how to interact with her? According to what he said, she has seen a psychologist, who told her that she has a tendency to bot...

Suicide-related issues and some trivial matters? Hello, doctor. I am a patient with severe depression and have recently been suspected of having hypomania. I have been undergoing medication treatment for five years and have completed one course of rTMS, but my condition remains u...

I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Since birth, the mother has had poor mental health, but her condition is manageable if she takes her medication or receives injections on time. She has a strong personality and tends to be selfish, often speaking without a filter. I ...

Emotional issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing sudden mood swings where I start hitting my own head and slapping my face, even though there's nothing specific making me unhappy. When others see this, they just laugh, which makes me feel even worse. I w...

Feeling overwhelmed by stress to the point of wanting to commit suicide? I am a student preparing for the exam this year, and when I see my unsatisfactory grades, I feel like crying. Whether it's a major or minor exam, I come home and avoid using my phone, but I constantly f...

Xanax Medication Consultation Hello, Doctor. I am currently diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder with agoraphobia, nausea with vomiting, and an unspecified mental disorder. I have been on medication for about two years. The medications I am currently taking...

Do I have depression? My family does not have a history of depression, but I often find it difficult to focus on completing my academic goals due to excessive thinking about my existence lacking substantial value, my inability to feel motivated to continue experiencing the future...

Insufficient memory and concentration? Hello, Doctor! I discovered that I started experiencing some social anxiety around the age of 26 to 27. I feel normal in one-on-one situations or with people I know, but I get a bit nervous when there are more than two people or when I'...

Insufficient memory and concentration? Hello, doctor! I discovered that I started experiencing social anxiety around the age of 26 to 27. I feel normal in one-on-one situations or with people I know, but I get a bit nervous when there are more than two people or when I’m with str...

Depressive tendencies Hello, Doctor. I am a junior in college, and I'm not really sure if I have depression or depressive tendencies. I once took an online depression test when I was feeling down, and it seemed like I might have it, but later I felt that things might not be ...

Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) issues? I understand that obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) can lead to distressing thoughts, including fears of negative events happening to yourself or others. It's important to know that these intrusive thoughts are a common symptom o...

During the breastfeeding period, please advise on the use of sleeping medications? Hello Dr. Lee! I am a breastfeeding mother, and my child is currently 14 months old. Recently, my child has been waking up more frequently at night to nurse, making it increasingly difficult for me...

During the breastfeeding period, please advise on the use of sleeping medications? Hello Dr. Lee! I am a breastfeeding mother, and my child is currently 14 months old. Recently, my child has been waking up more frequently at night to nurse, which has made it increasingly difficul...

Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) As I grow older, I find myself forgetting more and more things. I can completely forget what I just heard a second ago, and I often forget to execute the goals I set for myself or become restless during the process. In class, I constantly lo...

Sensitivity to surrounding sounds? Hello, doctor. Recently, my neighbor's footsteps have become louder, and there are vibrations that often startle me. Now, at night, my heart rate increases, and I feel a tightness in my chest. I have become very sensitive to surrounding sou...

Suspected of having autism, but the parents do not take it seriously? Since I was young, I have noticed that I am different from others. Recently, I took the "Adult Asperger's Syndrome Scale" and scored 33 out of a possible 50. Perhaps I am making a big deal out of...

How to deal with a neighbor who has severe symptoms of soliloquy? Hello Doctor, two months ago my family moved to our current residence, and since then we have noticed that the elderly woman living upstairs often talks loudly by the window at all hours. It sounds like she is havi...

Experiencing heightened energy during the day and extreme low mood at night? Hello, I would like to inquire about the following situation: During the day, I feel particularly euphoric, with an increased tendency to talk more than usual, heightened emotions, and a boost in self-co...