Managing Emotional Instability: Tips for Preventing Relapse and Overdose
Emotional instability I have severe depression, and I am currently feeling more stable, but I am afraid of reverting to my previous state. How can I prevent emotional instability from harming myself and avoid medication overdose? I am currently taking my medication regularly, but...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to have regular follow-up appointments and to cooperate fully with your outpatient physician. Ensure adequate sleep, maintain a regular lifestyle, and pay close attention to the beautiful aspects of life. Remind yourself to make a firm decision not to har...[Read More] Managing Emotional Instability: Tips for Preventing Relapse and Overdose
Understanding Emotional Distress: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Emotional issues Hello, doctor. I've been experiencing some emotional issues lately, and I'm wondering if I might have some kind of mental illness. In the past, I could always find positive solutions to any problem, but recently I've often felt the urge to hide awa...
Dr. Liao Zixian Reply:
Hello Sharon, It sounds like you have been experiencing some emotional issues lately, which have already begun to affect your daily life and work. Depression is a complex emotional state, and there are many different forms of depressive disorders. Although the situations you me...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Distress: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Emotional Instability: Symptoms and Coping Strategies
Emotional instability refers to a range of symptoms that can include mood swings, irritability, anxiety, and difficulty managing emotions. Individuals may experience rapid changes in their emotional state, feeling very happy one moment and very sad or angry the next. This conditi...
Dr. Zhang Fangrong Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Based on your described experience, I can clearly sense the discomfort you are feeling in your dormitory. I suspect this is a stress response stemming from your interactions with your roommate, which may include symptoms such as insomnia, anxiety, headaches, diff...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Symptoms and Coping Strategies
Managing Exam Anxiety: Strategies for Success in High-Stakes Testing
The pressure for the national examination is very high? Hello, doctor. I am a 26-year-old male who recently graduated from graduate school in December 2016. I will be taking the licensing exam next week. As the exam approaches, I find myself lying in bed for 1 to 2 hours each nig...
Dr. Liu Runqian Reply:
Adjustment Disorder: This condition develops within three months of a clearly identifiable stressor, characterized by an extreme inability to cope with the stress, leading to symptoms of anxiety, tension, and depressive mood. If it has caused significant distress, short-term phar...[Read More] Managing Exam Anxiety: Strategies for Success in High-Stakes Testing
Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Emotional instability Hello Dr. Chiu, since I was in the second year of junior high, I have been experiencing hyperventilation and often feel nervous and anxious. After some issues arose at home, I have become increasingly irritable, and it is difficult for me to calm down after ...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: Hyperventilation is a response to anxiety. The text also mentions some negative emotional thinking. It is recommended that you gather educational materials on emotional regulation and stress management, and learn some of the techniques, which should help improve the situat...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs, Symptoms, and Solutions
Overwhelmed Thoughts Before Sleep: A Struggle with Anxiety and Numbness
Before going to bed, my mind keeps racing with thoughts, and I feel like I'm about to lose my mind and break down? At the beginning of January, I suddenly experienced chest pain followed by symptoms of numbness throughout my body. For several days, I intermittently felt numb...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: It seems that you are experiencing some feelings of unease and anxiety, which have been affecting your life. I recommend looking into educational materials on emotional management and stress relief to learn some methods for improvement. If there is no effect, I suggest con...[Read More] Overwhelmed Thoughts Before Sleep: A Struggle with Anxiety and Numbness
Understanding Emotional Challenges and Seeking Mental Health Support
Emotional and daily life issues? Hello, doctor. First of all, thank you very much for reading this article. My parents divorced when I was in the second grade of elementary school. According to my father, my personality changed significantly during that time, to the extent that e...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Emotions are related to past events, current environmental stressors, and one's coping abilities. While we cannot change the past, we can alter our perspective on those events and their impact on us. Although there have been struggles in the past, it is important to a...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Challenges and Seeking Mental Health Support
Do I Have Schizophrenia? Understanding My Mental Health Struggles
I suspect that I have schizophrenia? About 6 or 7 years ago, when I started experiencing extreme mental stress, I would begin to make malicious comments about others whenever I spoke to someone. I tried to control this behavior, but I could only manage it after I had calmed down....
Dr. Liu Runqian Reply:
The symptoms of schizophrenia (formerly known as schizophrenia) include delusions, hallucinations, disorganized thinking or speech, negative symptoms, and rigidity. The symptoms described in your text are more aligned with mood symptoms and are less related to schizophrenia. A de...[Read More] Do I Have Schizophrenia? Understanding My Mental Health Struggles
Managing Anxiety and Discomfort Around Family Gatherings
Thinking of family makes me feel unwell all over? During holidays, my family always hopes that I will come home, but I often try to find ways to avoid it—work, traveling abroad... Just the thought of reuniting with them makes my uterus ache, and I feel nauseous, with some chest t...
Dr. Lü Shangheng Reply:
Family issues that lead to psychosomatic symptoms are often difficult to completely avoid. The reality is that it is challenging to entirely evade such situations, and unexpected circumstances can be hard to predict, all of which can be sources of stress and anxiety. How one adju...[Read More] Managing Anxiety and Discomfort Around Family Gatherings
Understanding Depression and Family Dynamics: A Personal Journey
Depression and Family Issues Hello, Doctor. I have three questions I'd like to ask, and I apologize for the length. Two months ago, I visited a psychiatrist and asked the doctor, "I want to know if I have depression." However, the doctor did not respond directly an...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: The diagnosis in psychiatry typically requires multiple follow-up assessments before it can be established. The diagnosis entered in outpatient medical records may only be a provisional diagnosis and could be modified based on subsequent evaluations. The diagnosis on the f...[Read More] Understanding Depression and Family Dynamics: A Personal Journey
Anxiety or OCD? Understanding Noise Sensitivity in Teens
Anxiety or Obsession? I am 17 years old and have been living in a dorm since the beginning of my junior year. Perhaps due to the pressure of studying, I have become very sensitive to noise; even the slightest sound can affect me. Let me give you two examples of the places I spend...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello. The text reveals some negative emotions (anxiety, depression, etc.). Whether caused by stress or personality traits, it is important to address these existing mental health concerns properly. If it's inconvenient, please consider visiting a local mental health clinic ...[Read More] Anxiety or OCD? Understanding Noise Sensitivity in Teens
Understanding Mental Health: Is It Depression, Anxiety, or Menopause?
Could you please clarify whether this is classified as depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorder, or simply menopause? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the lengthy description. My mother is 52 years old and runs a store at home, but the revenue fluctuates significantly between...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Stress often leads to emotional burdens, and after a period of adjustment, it is possible to overcome or adapt to it. However, if stressful events occur in quick succession, there may not be enough time to cope or adapt, leading to feelings of anxiety or depression. Busine...[Read More] Understanding Mental Health: Is It Depression, Anxiety, or Menopause?
Understanding My Mental Health: Seeking Answers for My Inner Struggles
I'm not feeling well? I am currently a senior in high school, and I have been experiencing the following symptoms since middle school, which developed gradually after I was mocked and ostracized by my classmates. I began to create imaginary friends, and I am aware that all o...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Shin: In response to stress, everyone has unique coping methods, and imagination is one of them. When it is helpful, imagined friends or characters may appear, and when someone is paying attention, you can manage them freely, indicating that it hasn't reached a point o...[Read More] Understanding My Mental Health: Seeking Answers for My Inner Struggles
Understanding Trauma: Navigating Mental Health After Disturbing Experiences
Post-trauma During middle school, a relative in my family did something very disturbing to me, and at that time, I completely avoided contact with others. I often experienced outbursts, crying uncontrollably, and even had thoughts of self-harm. I thought I would be fine after ent...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, it's difficult to diagnose someone I've never met online. You might want to look up "Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder" and see if it resonates with your feelings. I believe that seeing a doctor could lead to quicker improvement; otherwise, this suffering ...[Read More] Understanding Trauma: Navigating Mental Health After Disturbing Experiences
Finding Balance: Coping with Workplace Isolation and Personal Pressure
Incongruous Feeling unable to integrate into the group in the office often stems from a lack of desire to join the conversations, yet you still find yourself listening in. It creates a sense of being an outsider, and on top of that, there's pressure from others reminding you...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Office gossip can indeed be a nuisance, especially when it involves people we don't like. If your supervisor is agreeable, you might consider pretending to wear headphones to avoid being forced into conversations that don't interest you. If you can do so without giving ...[Read More] Finding Balance: Coping with Workplace Isolation and Personal Pressure
Understanding Depression, Dizziness, and Stress in Military Life
Depression, dizziness, stress-related issues? Hello, I am inquiring on behalf of my boyfriend. As his girlfriend, I feel helpless watching him struggle. My boyfriend is currently serving in the military, and he recently told me that he has been experiencing dizziness. He also men...
Dr. Huang Weiqin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description of your friend's emotions and condition, it would be advisable to have a neurologist evaluate the dizziness. As for the depression, stress, and negative thoughts, it would be more appropriate to continue with a psychiatric evaluation and trea...[Read More] Understanding Depression, Dizziness, and Stress in Military Life
Transforming Emotions: Coping with Anxiety and Relationship Struggles
I have been in a relationship with my boyfriend for over a year, and during this time, my temperament has changed significantly? Before this boyfriend, I had a previous boyfriend for five years. During those five years, I never cried or shouted out of anger. We rarely argued, and...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Grace: It seems that you were initially very concerned about your boyfriend's anger and unhappiness, feeling that it was difficult to endure such an atmosphere. You made a great effort to change the situation using various methods. The self-harm that followed may refle...[Read More] Transforming Emotions: Coping with Anxiety and Relationship Struggles
Understanding My Mother's Mental Health: Signs and Treatment Options
Does my mother have a mental health issue, and how should it be treated? 1. My mother has always wanted to have complete control over my life, insisting that I must comply with her wishes in everything I do. If I don't, she throws tantrums and becomes upset! We have communic...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: Your mother's condition is indeed causing you significant distress, but the situation mentioned in the text, where suspicion has reached the level of delusion, still needs clarification and requires further evaluation. If your mother is unwilling to seek treatment, yo...[Read More] Understanding My Mother's Mental Health: Signs and Treatment Options
Struggling to Wake Up: Understanding Sleep Issues and Emotional Health
I just can't get up in the morning? Hello doctor, when I used to live at home, my mom would always wake me up. Now that I've moved out, I've realized that I can't get up in the morning no matter what. I've set three alarm clocks along with my phone alarm,...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Mr. Lan: Regarding the difficulty in getting out of bed and its relation to sleep disorders, we first need to assess your mental state from the time you wake up until the daytime. If you do not feel fatigued and your mental state is good, it indicates that your sleep is ful...[Read More] Struggling to Wake Up: Understanding Sleep Issues and Emotional Health
Exploring DSIP Injections for Deep Sleep Enhancement in Psychiatry
DSIP injection Hello doctor, I do not suffer from insomnia, although I occasionally wake up in the middle of the night, my total sleep time is sufficient. I do not experience significant stress or anxiety, and I have undergone surgical treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)....
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
I am not aware of any physicians in the country who administer DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide) to promote deep sleep. A lack of slow-wave sleep (N3, N4) is often associated with vivid dreaming. If this is the case, it is likely to be a psychological issue. I recommend seeking...[Read More] Exploring DSIP Injections for Deep Sleep Enhancement in Psychiatry