Stress, Psychiatry FAQ - Page 11

Hello? I am currently undergoing treatment withdrawal, having experienced an initial onset and a subsequent relapse. My attending physician has provided me with a severe illness card, indicating that I should receive treatment for a sensory processing disorder, but I do not posse...

Anxiety and restlessness? 1. Hello Doctor, my previous symptoms included a rapid heartbeat and a feeling of intense nervousness as soon as I stepped outside, as if I were about to faint. However, I have improved significantly. Currently, my symptoms occur only when I go out to ea...

Menkes syndrome I recently became aware of my issues in this regard. I feel envious of how others appear when they are sick, yet I don't know what exactly I'm envious of; I once exaggerated a clinic diagnosis of "depressive mood" into "depression" wh...

Daydreaming all day long? I often find myself pacing back and forth while listening to music through headphones, and I start to imagine various vivid and detailed fantasies. Sometimes, I walk so much that I develop blisters on my feet, and while turning back, I touch the walls of...

Is this still obsessive-compulsive disorder? Hello, doctor. I am the patient who has been suffering from obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) for ten years. Recently, I have been experiencing a feeling of fear and worry that everything I see is not real, and I am concerned that I ...

What kind of treatment should I seek? (What should I do?) Since childhood, I have felt uncomfortable interacting with everyone except my mother and sister, suppressing my true thoughts. Now that I'm in high school, this issue has become increasingly severe. My life is misera...

Regarding recent issues of absent-mindedness? For the past two weeks, I have frequently experienced episodes of zoning out, during which I have no recollection of events that occurred, leaving my mind completely blank until after the situation has ended. For example, I might find...

Hello, doctor. I have a question I would like to ask? Hello, Doctor. Eight years ago, I used to abuse methamphetamine for about three to four years, which severely harmed my body. During that time, I experienced hallucinations and auditory delusions, feeling like someone was foll...

Anxiety disorder and insomnia? Hello, I have been diagnosed with anxiety disorder, and my insomnia has recently become more severe than before. I often feel anxious and have palpitations, and sometimes I even experience panic. I frequently feel nauseous, dizzy, or have trembling ...

Medication discontinuation issues? Two years ago, I took Lorazepam 0.5 mg for three months, and after stopping, I experienced insomnia. Recently, I started taking it again at a dosage of 0.5 to 0.75 mg. Before taking it, I was able to fall asleep naturally, but now it's wors...

A personality that is prone to overcorrection? After entering the workforce, I was criticized by my colleagues for being too slow, which led me to adopt an extreme approach to correct this. Whether at work or after hours, I rush through tasks, demanding speed and efficiency. When...

Emotions have been consistently low? Hello, doctor. I don't know why my emotions have been so low. I've noticed that my coordination has worsened, and even when I try to feel angry, I can't. My libido seems to have diminished as well; I feel indifferent when seeing...

Unable to distinguish between depressive mood or disorder? I have been experiencing a depressive episode for quite some time. I used to be a positive and happy person, but recently I have been feeling increasingly down. I am wondering if this is just a normal depressive mood. Lif...

Drug interactions: Serotonin syndrome Hello, doctor. I usually take Ritalin, and last week I visited a psychiatrist and received a prescription for the antidepressant Wellbutrin. However, I noticed in the Ritalin information leaflet that there is a concern about the potential for...

Medication issues Does taking Seroquel make symptoms of depression worse? After taking it, I feel like I have become very indecisive, feeling that nothing I do is right, and it's hard to make decisions.

ADHD/ADD and Emotional Regulation Hello, Doctor: I have had symptoms similar to ADHD since childhood. I was taken to National Taiwan University for an evaluation during kindergarten or early elementary school, but I was not given a detailed diagnosis and the doctor attributed it ...

Forgetfulness + Memory Function Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing frequent forgetfulness over the past two weeks. For instance, while showering, I often forget which part I was washing, or I forget my appointments with others on the same day. I even write notes and stick the...

Anxiety and self-harm treatment? I am a second-year junior high school student. When I was in elementary school, I was isolated by my classmates (someone led the way and said not to play with me). I'm not sure if this was the trigger, but I have had thoughts of suicide and s...

I don't want to be gay? About a month ago, I started having thoughts that I might be attracted to the same sex, but at that time, I only felt anxious for a few days before it eased. Recently, these thoughts have resurfaced, and I really don't want to identify as gay. Ho...

I would like to ask about the issue of pathological lying in doctors? Hello, doctor. Let me first tell you about my family background. My parents divorced when I was about five or six years old. I have a younger sister who is one year younger and a younger brother who is three ye...