Paranoia, Psychiatry FAQ

How to Support a Partner with Paranoia and Mental Health Issues?

My girlfriend is exhibiting moderate symptoms of paranoid delusions (schizophrenia). How can I gently guide her towards seeking medical help? I have been in a relationship with my girlfriend for over four years, but due to my studies abroad, I have been unable to closely monitor ...

Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Mr. Zheng, based on her symptoms, it seems she needs to seek medical attention. It is advisable to encourage her in a way that she can accept, such as discussing her symptoms like insomnia, restless sleep, or muscle tension, and see if these physical symptoms can motivate h...

Understanding Anxiety: Coping with Fear and Uncertainty After Loss

What is wrong with me? Hello, Doctor. I've recently been experiencing some issues and I'm not sure what's wrong with me. I used to be a person who worried a lot about various things, such as going crazy, dying, or getting sick. I often felt overwhelmed by anxiety. ...

Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Anxiety disorders can indeed make individuals aware that there is nothing wrong, yet their brains continue to ruminate. The issue lies in the amygdala, which causes excessive vigilance. If it interferes with daily life, it is advisable to seek assistance from professionals such a...

Effectiveness of Evening Dosing for Mild Paranoia Treatment

Otsuka Anri Fukuzai tablets administration? I have mild paranoia. I would like to know if eating three meals' worth of food at night for 4-6 weeks, due to work commitments, will be effective.

Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, internet user: Abilify can be taken once a day. The effectiveness of taking it three times a day for 4-6 weeks depends on the dosage and individual differences. If it is ineffective, the dosage may need to be adjusted or a different medication may be necessary. It is advis...

Understanding Paranoia: Coping Strategies for Mental Health at Home

Do I have paranoid delusions? What can I do while staying at home? Hello Doctor: I have a personality that tends to make me suspicious of others. For example, at school, I often doubt whether my classmates are planning to complain about me, but it doesn't significantly affec...

Dr. Zhang Gengjia Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, From your letter, it is evident that you are experiencing discomfort and distress. In fact, you may be feeling more sensitive and anxious on one hand, while also feeling wronged and unfairly treated on the other. This could exacerbate a range of complex psycholog...

Understanding Paranoia: Coping with Fear and Anxiety in Mental Health

Paranoia Hello doctor, I had an argument with someone before. Although the other party said they wanted to reconcile, I still feel like they want to harm me, and I even worry about being sued. It's been over a month since the incident, and there has been no progress, but I h...

Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello Qianqian: It sounds like you have been very troubled by this situation, including thoughts of victimization, suicidal ideation, insomnia, and more. I recommend that you seek help from a psychosomatic medicine or psychiatry specialist as soon as possible, so that a physician...

Understanding Paranoia: Nightmares and Medication Effects Explained

Paranoid delusions Hello, Doctor: 1. I have nightmares almost every night (earthquakes, tsunamis, plane crashes, being chased, being pursued by ghosts, brake failure... and I usually remember most of them upon waking). I recall feeling fear since elementary school, such as feel...

Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, netizen: Experiencing nightmares consistently is not necessarily a sign of paranoia; it may be related to concerns or worries you have during the day that manifest in your dreams at night. Dreaming about having weak legs is not related to medication. Wishing you a speedy r...

Signs Your Brother May Be Experiencing Paranoia: A Guide for Concerned Family

I believe my brother is experiencing persecutory delusions, relational delusions, and grandiose delusions? My brother is 24 years old, and during our recent long conversation, I felt that his thoughts were quite strange; he seems paranoid and overly sensitive. Situation 1: He bel...

Dr. Liu Shikai Reply:
Hello, Based on your letter, it appears that your brother is experiencing delusional thinking, illogical reasoning, and firm beliefs in these thoughts. Clinically, it is essential to consider the presence of delusional symptoms and to confirm whether there are other related sym...

Understanding Paranoia: Is It a Mental Illness in Family Dynamics?

Is having issues related to family considered a mental illness? I'm the eldest son in my family. Since kindergarten, my family has been torn apart due to my father's infidelity. Despite this, my parents have not divorced, and now that I've graduated from college, o...

Dr. Huang Xiaoxian Reply:
Dear Mr. Lin, It seems that your mother has been experiencing a lot of emotions due to years of marital dissatisfaction, which may also affect you. While there may not be visible psychiatric symptoms, it appears that your mother's emotional state is indeed significantly im...

Overcoming Health Anxiety: Strategies for Managing Persistent Worries

Worrying a lot? Hello, Doctor. For the past two years, I have been experiencing health anxiety. For example, while driving, I might feel a slight sting on my tongue and feel compelled to check it in the mirror or touch it with my hand. Ultimately, I can't shake off the anxie...

Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Wendy: This type of concern is usually temporary and can be resolved. If you have already seen some improvement, the prognosis is generally better. Symptoms often gradually diminish when you can focus on other things. If you are still experiencing distress, seeking medical ...

Is It Schizophrenia? Understanding Paranoia and Its Symptoms

Is it schizophrenia? Hello, Dr. Chiu. My sister's neighbor (female) has been verbally abusing my sister and her family with insulting and vulgar language for over ten years! Often, this harassment can last continuously for 10 to 20 minutes (most of the time, we can't re...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. The information provided in the letter is limited, making it impossible to assess whether the case is that of a patient with schizophrenia (now referred to as schizophrenia spectrum disorder). Thank you.

How to Help a Loved One Recognize Their Mental Health Issues

Mental health issues Hello doctor, my family member has mental health issues, including insomnia, panic attacks, paranoia, and auditory and visual hallucinations. When she experiences these episodes, we have taken her to see a psychiatrist, but she is very resistant to seeing a d...

Dr. Huang Weiqin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description of your family member, it is likely that they are experiencing hallucinations and delusions, which are symptoms of a psychotic disorder. It is recommended that family members encourage them to visit a nearby psychiatric outpatient clinic or emerge...

Is My Paranoia Within Reason? Understanding Delusions and Schizophrenia

Are my delusions within a reasonable range? I'm sorry to bother you again, doctor. This time I would like to ask: 1. Whenever someone stands behind me, I feel like they might be trying to stab me with a needle to give me a sexually transmitted infection. 2. When getting my b...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. In psychiatry, delusional symptoms refer to false beliefs that are held with strong conviction. Your condition initially appears to be more related to suspicious thoughts (ideas) rather than reaching the level of a delusional disorder. However, the situations you described...

Understanding Anxiety: Am I Overthinking What Others Think of Me?

I'm very worried..? I feel like I might be seriously ill. 😭 I often think that others might not like me. For example, recently when I was training new employees, I found myself wondering if they thought I was impressive for knowing these things. Or when I go out, I am very c...

Dr. Wang Yazhen Reply:
Hello, from your description, it seems that you often have excessive worries or are particularly concerned about how others perceive you. Whether the level of your anxiety has reached the point of an anxiety disorder or other conditions needs to be assessed through a personal eva...

Understanding Paranoia: Overcoming Fear of Infection and Harm

Paranoia Hello, doctor. I previously engaged in sexual activities, and although I had a period of abstinence and later tested negative for sexually transmitted infections, I have been unable to shake off my fears since then. I am constantly worried about the possibility of contra...

Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: It is recommended to shift your focus to other aspects of daily life, such as work, study, exercise, and hobbies, to dilute excessive worry with positive life experiences. If the distress persists, seeking medical assistance may be beneficial.

Overcoming Trust Issues: Understanding Paranoia in Friendships

Being suspicious of friends around you? Hello, Dr. Liang. This matter stems from my experiences in elementary school, so I need to summarize it briefly. I had a friend I trusted very much during elementary school, to the extent that I would share anything with her. However, it wa...

Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Crystal: The negative experiences you had in making friends during elementary school may have some impact on who you are today. Human thoughts and emotions between individuals are constantly in a state of flux, and changes can occur; this is normal and must be accepted. How...

Understanding Paranoia: Signs and Symptoms of Persecutory Delusions

Paranoid schizophrenia I often feel like someone is watching me when I'm halfway through typing on the computer. When I go downstairs, I run down the stairs and feel like there's a ghost chasing or watching me, whether it's morning or night. In my previous home, wh...

Dr. Dai Wanxiang Reply:
Hello Ah Hu: Based on your description, there are symptoms of paranoia and hypersensitivity, but more information is needed to determine the specific mental illness. It is recommended that you visit a psychiatric department at a hospital for further evaluation with your parents. ...

Can I Consult a Doctor About My Wife's Paranoia Without Her?

My wife has paranoid delusions but is unwilling to seek treatment. Can I make an appointment in my name to discuss her condition with a doctor and obtain medication? My wife is experiencing paranoid delusions but is unwilling to seek help. Can I schedule an appointment in my name...

Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Hello Michael, in response to your question, prescribing medication is specific to the individual patient. Therefore, if you were to make an appointment and prescribe medication, it would not be appropriate. However, discussing your interactions with your wife with a physician sh...

Exploring Medication and Meditation for Severe Depression: A Personal Journey

Medication issues, meditation, major depressive disorder? I am currently 21 years old. Three years ago, I fell ill and endured two months of suffering with my family. Fortunately, my father took me to see a doctor, and I have been accompanied by Smilon for three years. On August ...

Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Simpatic M (Sibutramine) 50 mg is a medication that reduces dopamine levels. Regarding any questions about the medication, I recommend discussing them with your prescribing physician, as my suggestions may not be suitable for your specific condition. However, your dreams may refl...

Coping Strategies for Families of Patients with Bipolar Disorder

How to approach patients with bipolar disorder? Hello, Doctor. My sister has not been in a good mental state recently; she is experiencing symptoms such as paranoia, grandiosity, and aggression. She is currently being involuntarily hospitalized for treatment, and her diagnosis is...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: If it is confirmed that your sister is in a manic phase, due to poor insight, she may believe that she does not need treatment and wish to be discharged. Since she is currently under involuntary hospitalization, the focus should be on treatment for now, and the physician w...

Understanding Paranoia in Depression: A Daughter's Struggle with Her Mother's Mental Health

Mother's Paranoia? Hello, Doctor! My mother has a history of depression for over ten years and has been continuously seeking medical treatment, but she only takes sleeping pills and refuses to take antidepressants because she says they make her feel dull and she doesn't...

Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: Patients with mental illness often have poor insight, which complicates treatment. It may be necessary to first communicate with the attending physician regarding the possibility of using liquid medications (which should generally be available at psychiatric medical facili...

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