Sleepwalking, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 2

Sleep issues Hello, I would like to inquire if my sleep patterns are normal. Recently, I accompanied my boyfriend to the hospital for surgery. We were originally sleeping together on the hospital bed, but when I woke up, I found myself on the family member's bed. My boyfrien...

About sleepwalking? Hello Doctor: Recently, my father has been falling out of bed at night because he dreams of walking, falling, or being chased. Could this be a sign of sleepwalking? His body moves in accordance with his dreams. If we want to improve this situation, what should...

Feeling persistently lonely? I have been feeling very depressed since last September. Previously, I would only experience this in the second half of the year, but this time it has persisted until March, and I don't know why I feel unhappy every day. Nothing seems to motivate...

How to assist and support friends and family in treating depression? Hello Dr. Ding, My boyfriend has recently been experiencing long-term stress due to family issues and has sought help at a psychiatric clinic. The doctor diagnosed him with mild depression and mild symptoms of...

Experiencing mood instability after taking sleep aids? I have been taking the white, elongated enteric-coated tablets of Ropinirole (10 mg) prescribed by my doctor. I take half a tablet at a time, and shortly after taking it, I do feel a bit dizzy, but I can still walk and think....

Is it sleepwalking? Hello, Dr. Su. Let me first explain my "original" condition. I have always had difficulty falling asleep, often taking more than half an hour to do so (unless I slept less than four hours the previous night or engaged in intense physical activity, wh...

The severity of sleeping pills? Hello, doctor: I recently checked the sleep medication I am currently taking, which is called "Shu Meng Mian" in Chinese. It seems to be associated with sleepwalking and amnesia, and it appears to be classified as a drug on the internet. ...

I would like to ask a question about medication? Dr. Liang: I currently have anxiety disorder and would like to ask: (1) Do the following medications have the potential for dependence with long-term use? 1. Stilnox CR (Zolpidem extended-release tablets) 2. Clonopam 0.5mg (Clonaze...

Can major depression be eligible for disability benefits under labor insurance? Hello Doctor: Since I became ill in 2004 and have been receiving treatment, I have consistently taken my medication and worked hard to coexist with depression. Initially, I was treated by Dr. Hsu Sen-...

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...

Insomnia. Sleepwalking? Hello, Doctor: My boyfriend has been suffering from severe insomnia for a long time. He feels particularly alert at night, and even when he is very tired, he still finds it difficult to fall asleep. He often doesn't fall asleep until morning, and some...

Modern Sleep Piglet I have had difficulty falling asleep since childhood; I always have to think about many things before I unknowingly drift off to sleep. However, if I sleep for less than 12 hours, I feel very fatigued and tend to dream a lot. Even after sleeping for 18 hours, ...

Is this sleepwalking? I usually go to bed around midnight, but recently there was an instance where I suddenly woke up in the middle of the night and grabbed my brother (who was next to me). At that moment, I was aware of what I was doing. As soon as I touched him, he woke up, bu...

Is sleepwalking in the elderly related to dementia? My father is 75 years old and goes to bed around 1 AM every night. He enjoys drinking coffee or tea before sleeping. The problem is that sometimes in the morning he finds himself not sleeping in his bed, or he might urinate in p...

Sleep issues Dear Doctor, Hello! I was referred to you by my sister's website, and I have a question to ask. Recently, I have been unconsciously grinding my teeth while sleeping, and I wake up with a sore feeling in my face, sometimes accompanied by mild pain. Three years a...

Medication consultation Hello Dr. Tang: I was originally taking only Stilnox (10mg) and Rivotril (2mg). Recently, it seems that these two medications have gradually lost their effectiveness, so my doctor has prescribed two additional medications for me: Prozac (20mg) and Scrcnal ...

Sleepwalking Hello doctor, I have a problem... In the past, I used to talk in my sleep a little, but now it's getting worse. I now get up at night and walk around (I have no memory of it afterward). Not long ago, I even picked up a nearby trash can and dumped it on myself......

Regarding sleepwalking? Hello Doctor: I have recently been experiencing sleepwalking and talking in my sleep, which is very distressing for me. Please tell me what causes sleepwalking and how to treat somnambulism. Thank you.

Sleepwalking Hello Dr. Chen, My daughter is currently in the third grade. About an hour after she falls asleep at night, she wakes up suddenly, mumbling fearful phrases and displaying a terrified expression as if she sees something frightening. After about ten minutes, she retur...

Is this considered sleepwalking? I sleep in the living room every night, and my family wakes me up, saying that I woke up on my own and returned to my bedroom. However, I have no recollection of this the next day. One time, I woke up and spoke to my sister, and she said I walked ...