Understanding Panic Disorder and Its Emotional Impact on Families
My mother has depression? Hello, Doctor! I apologize for the lengthy message, so I have divided it into two parts. Thank you for your help! Background: My mother has been diagnosed with panic disorder for quite some time, about a year now. She used to be a strong woman who work...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Panic disorder and depression are both treatable conditions, and with patience and perseverance, most individuals can see improvement. For those who are depressed, feeling understood by those around them and having someone willing to accept and accompany them can provide s...[Read More] Understanding Panic Disorder and Its Emotional Impact on Families
Managing Emotional Turmoil: Strategies for Coping with Anxiety and Stress
Easily feel overwhelmed by stress? Hello, doctor. My emotions fluctuate greatly; I get easily angry and often feel depressed, and I frequently have negative thoughts. I always feel that when others ask me questions, they are trying to pick on my flaws or mock me. My parents have ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, Bubu: Dysfunction of the prefrontal cortex may indicate Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), which can lead to difficulties with distraction, impulsivity, and restlessness, making it hard to control thoughts that seem to cycle in your mind. You mentioned that y...[Read More] Managing Emotional Turmoil: Strategies for Coping with Anxiety and Stress
Do I Have Emotional Issues? Understanding Mental Health Concerns
Do I have emotional issues? Hello, doctor! At the end of November, during an exchange program organized by my dance group, I was suddenly ostracized by a good friend I've known for 10 years and ten classmates. After returning from the exchange program, I had exams at school,...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Kelly: Being suddenly excluded by close friends and classmates can be quite distressing, especially when you are unaware of the reasons behind it. Experiencing vivid dreams, interrupted sleep, and physical symptoms can indeed be related to emotional stress. It is advisable ...[Read More] Do I Have Emotional Issues? Understanding Mental Health Concerns
Understanding PTSD: How Paroxetine and Clonazepam Can Help Manage Symptoms
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Hello doctor, I have post-traumatic stress disorder and I am undergoing clinical psychological treatment. My doctor has prescribed me 20 mg of Seroxat (Paroxetine) daily and 2 mg of Rivotril (Clonazepam). I feel extremely alert to sounds due ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, using Paroxetine in this situation is acceptable; however, individual responses to this medication can vary. Following your physician's prescription and taking the medication regularly, along with psychotherapy, will certainly help improve your condition. Psychologica...[Read More] Understanding PTSD: How Paroxetine and Clonazepam Can Help Manage Symptoms
Supporting a Loved One with Depression: Tips for Caregivers
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...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, in the first few days of starting medication, if you experience physical or mental symptoms that you haven't had before, it is important to consider the possibility of side effects from the medication. Some side effects may gradually diminish after continuing the medi...[Read More] Supporting a Loved One with Depression: Tips for Caregivers
Overcoming Fear of Being Alone: Coping Strategies for Anxiety
Fear of being alone? Hello, doctor. I have always been afraid of being alone, but recently this feeling has become particularly intense, especially when I am alone in my room at night. I feel very lonely, and I experience shortness of breath and even nausea. I usually hesitate to...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, when we focus too much on ourselves and view the external world solely from our own perspective, it can lead to a heightened sense of separation between ourselves and others. If we lack appropriate leisure activities and have few friends to share experiences with, feelings...[Read More] Overcoming Fear of Being Alone: Coping Strategies for Anxiety
Overcoming Death Anxiety: Understanding and Coping Strategies
Thanatophobia Hello, doctor. I have been afraid of death for a long time and have tried to avoid thinking about it. However, as I get older, my fear has intensified, and I can no longer deliberately avoid the thought. Recently, whenever I think about it, I experience shortness of...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, you might want to ask yourself which aspect of death you fear the most. Is it the potential pain during the dying process? The uncertainty of what happens after death? Or does death represent the loss of everything you currently have? What event led you to have such profou...[Read More] Overcoming Death Anxiety: Understanding and Coping Strategies
Overcoming Social Anxiety in LGBTQ+ Youth: A Guide for Teens
Social Anxiety Disorder and Homosexuality I'm a high school freshman girl with a personality that's somewhat boyish, and I have short hair. I have a crush on a girl in my class. My seat is in the front row of the middle section, and the girl I like sits right behind me ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Alice: Try not to worry too much and focus on doing things you enjoy, like listening to music; these are all good attempts. Often, it takes time to see the results of our efforts. Sometimes, it can be difficult to completely eliminate stress or negative feelings, and in those mom...[Read More] Overcoming Social Anxiety in LGBTQ+ Youth: A Guide for Teens
Overcoming Insomnia: Coping with Anxiety and Fear of Sleep
Fear of insomnia? I have been experiencing insomnia for about three months now. Initially, it may have been due to my boyfriend going into the military, which left me feeling unbalanced in life. For the first couple of nights, I found it difficult to fall asleep, and then I began...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to focus on living in the present moment. During the day, concentrating on work, studying, or activities can help reduce worries about other matters. The more time you spend focused on the present, the less time you will spend feeling anxious. Even if anx...[Read More] Overcoming Insomnia: Coping with Anxiety and Fear of Sleep
Overcoming Anxiety and Self-Doubt: Finding Confidence in Decision-Making
I experience rapid mood swings and often find myself overthinking? Hello, since I was a child, I have always been a person who thinks a lot, and even as an adult, I find it easy to rely on my family. During the four years I lived in the university dormitory, I felt very confident...
Dr. Zhang Gengjia Reply:
Dear Sir/Madam, Thank you for your message. Based on your description, it is clear that you are experiencing discomfort related to your emotional state. The symptoms of intrusive thoughts often accompany feelings of uncertainty and may even lead to obsessive thoughts. A classic ...[Read More] Overcoming Anxiety and Self-Doubt: Finding Confidence in Decision-Making
Understanding Binge Eating Disorder: Signs and Self-Reflection
Inability to control oneself: Binge Eating Disorder? Hello, doctor. After doing some research online, I'm a bit confused about whether I have binge eating disorder. I usually restrain myself from eating too much in front of others, and for dinner, I mostly have soup, steamed...
Dr. Cai Qijin Reply:
Hello: Binge eating behavior often stems from an excessive concern about external body image (weight), which leads to dieting and weight loss efforts, ultimately resulting in compensatory eating. The guilt following binge episodes can further create psychological stress, exacerba...[Read More] Understanding Binge Eating Disorder: Signs and Self-Reflection
Understanding Nighttime Crying in Toddlers: Causes and Solutions
The baby has been crying and fussing suddenly at night for over a month? Since Da Bao (2 years and 2 months old) started kindergarten three months ago, he has been experiencing episodes of sudden crying and distress, particularly since the first night his younger sister returned ...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello, mother of twins: If we try to see things from the perspective of your older child, who is two years and two months old and has just started preschool three months ago, the addition of a younger sister means there is now competition for parental attention. The time parents ...[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Crying in Toddlers: Causes and Solutions
Overcoming Social Anxiety and OCD: Seeking Help Without Fear
I feel helpless. These issues have been troubling me for a long time. Thank you for your help? Hello, Doctor: I would like to describe my current symptoms. 1. In certain situations or unfamiliar environments, I become hypersensitive when there are people nearby. I feel tense an...
Dr. Su Zongwei Reply:
Please feel free to seek medical attention; your medical records are confidential and will not affect your employment. For any other concerns, please discuss them with your outpatient physician.[Read More] Overcoming Social Anxiety and OCD: Seeking Help Without Fear
Overcoming Emotional Instability: A Journey Through Depression and Therapy
Emotional instability I am a patient with depression, and I know that I am very stubborn. Whenever it's time to take my medication, I tend to hide it. Since my onset of illness in March, I seem unable to accept this part of myself. Even when the doctor suggested hospitalizat...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Whether it is medication therapy or psychotherapy, patience is essential, and it takes consistent treatment over time to see improvement. Many past negative events may become intertwined when you are feeling down, making it difficult to see clearly or resolve emotional kno...[Read More] Overcoming Emotional Instability: A Journey Through Depression and Therapy
Managing Depression: Finding Relief from Stressful Family Dynamics
Stay away from sources of stress? Hello Dr. Wu, I understand that I have tendencies towards depression. Sometimes I experience hand tremors, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing. During low emotional periods, I often complain and get angry about past events. I know I shouldn...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Of course, distancing oneself from stressors is a way to manage stress. Some people maintain a distance from their elders and meet occasionally, which can alleviate stress and improve relationships. However, if feelings of sadness persist and lead to ongoing depression, it may be...[Read More] Managing Depression: Finding Relief from Stressful Family Dynamics
Struggling Single Mom: Navigating Mental Health and Parenting Challenges
Am I sick? I am a single mother raising three daughters. My eldest has been taken care of by my former mother-in-law since birth and is now in her first year of high school. From a young age, my eldest has always followed her grandmother's wishes regarding everything from fo...
Dr. Wu Enliang Reply:
Hello, Jia-Fang: As a mother of three girls and a working professional, you have worked hard. For issues related to parent-child education, I suggest contacting the "Family Education Center" in your local city or county; you can find their phone number online. They have...[Read More] Struggling Single Mom: Navigating Mental Health and Parenting Challenges
Understanding Emotional Instability in Middle School Students
Emotional instability in middle school students? Hello, doctor. My child just started junior high school this year and is attending a different district. Since entering junior high, he has been having difficulty adjusting, and his emotions have started to show some abnormalities....
Dr. Song Chengxian Reply:
Hello: There are several possible factors to consider regarding a child's emotional instability, which may be caused by poor environmental adaptation. After adjusting to a new environment or managing stress, the child may gradually recover. If environmental factors cannot be...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability in Middle School Students
Managing Nausea from Anxiety: Solutions for a Sensitive Throat
Nausea due to anxiety and tension? Hello, doctor. I have been troubled by a sensitive throat reflex that makes me feel nauseous since I was young. In the past, I could manage it and wouldn't feel like vomiting over minor anxiety or nervousness. However, in the past few month...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: When we experience stress and anxiety, our bodies often react in various ways, which can differ from person to person. In your case, it seems that your symptoms are primarily gastrointestinal. Since you are aware that these issues are caused by stress, I hope you can take ...[Read More] Managing Nausea from Anxiety: Solutions for a Sensitive Throat
Struggling with Self-Harm: Navigating Emotional Turmoil and Seeking Help
Repeated self-harm? I have recently been experiencing frequent emotional instability. In the past, when I felt angry or sad, I resorted to self-harm using a utility knife. I have recurrent suicidal thoughts. During middle school, I was bullied and ostracized; I was even called ou...
Dr. Tang Jiahong Reply:
Hello: The combination of interpersonal relationships, emotional dysregulation, and self-harming behaviors presents a complex situation. It may be related to individual and peer personalities, various stressors, family circumstances, and more. It is recommended to seek consultati...[Read More] Struggling with Self-Harm: Navigating Emotional Turmoil and Seeking Help
Understanding Gambling Addiction and Deception in Mental Health
Lying and gambling? I'm sorry to hear about your situation. It sounds very challenging and complex. If you have any specific questions or need assistance, please let me know how I can help.
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Based on your description, your brother's issue seems to be pathological gambling. Addiction to gambling is similar to addiction to drugs; it is his habitual way of relieving stress and seeking pleasure. He is actually quite aware, and those strange behaviors are merely defe...[Read More] Understanding Gambling Addiction and Deception in Mental Health