Understanding Your Mental Health: Signs of Depression and Anxiety
I want to know what is wrong with me? There have been many events in my life. My father was quite strict when I was young, which could be considered a form of corporal punishment. However, that has changed now. In elementary school, I was bullied by boys in my class; in middle sc...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Past events can sometimes resurface in our minds and affect our mood. However, what is important is the present and the future. It is advisable to focus on cultivating your current life, developing personal interests and hobbies, and striving for daily growth. When past me...[Read More] Understanding Your Mental Health: Signs of Depression and Anxiety
Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs of Potential Depression
Emotional instability Since the summer tutoring in August, I've been crying during class and even while trying to take a nap during lunch. Sometimes I cry so intensely that I don’t think about any sad memories; I just feel a slight pain in my heart, and then tears start to f...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Feeling down, lacking interest, and not experiencing joy are indeed symptoms of depression. Changes in the environment may cause temporary discomfort and lead to some depressive symptoms. It is advisable to maintain your hobbies and interests, as they can serve a protectiv...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs of Potential Depression
Is It Hyperventilation, Panic Disorder, or Autonomic Dysfunction?
Is this hyperventilation, panic disorder, or autonomic nervous system dysregulation? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing intermittent feelings of breathlessness at irregular times throughout the day. Sometimes, I suddenly feel like my breathing becomes short (as if I...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Hyperventilation, panic disorder, and autonomic nervous system dysregulation actually belong to the same group of syndromes, indicating similar symptoms, and the treatment methods are also similar. Essentially, they are all part of the anxiety spectrum disorders. If you ca...[Read More] Is It Hyperventilation, Panic Disorder, or Autonomic Dysfunction?
Understanding Sleep Disturbances: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Sleep issues Hello doctor, my mother has recently been experiencing sudden awakenings in the middle of the night, asking about things she has done. For example, she needs to take cold medicine and has confirmed that she took her medication before bed, but she often wakes up and q...
Dr. Xiao Minghong Reply:
Hello, Ah Wang: Based on the limited information you have provided, it seems that your mother did not experience this situation before, but has recently begun to do so. We should consider the following possible reasons: 1. It may be related to the medications she has been taki...[Read More] Understanding Sleep Disturbances: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Understanding Medication for Severe Depression and PTSD: Key Insights
Medication issues, major depressive disorder? Two months ago, I underwent meditation therapy for childhood trauma, which resulted in autonomic nervous system dysregulation, similar to post-traumatic stress disorder and major depression. After two months, I have switched to variou...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: Due to the complexity of medication usage issues, I recommend that you consult with your attending physician in person for a more appropriate discussion. I would like to briefly mention that the two medications mentioned in your second question are generally considered to ...[Read More] Understanding Medication for Severe Depression and PTSD: Key Insights
Understanding Mental Blankness: A Guide for Students Facing Stress
Blank stare? Hello, doctor. I am a student preparing for re-examination. I've noticed that recently, when I study, I often find myself zoning out. For example, when I try to memorize the word "apple," I end up staring blankly and just reciting "a p p l e"...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Preparing for exams can be a challenging process, and when you become too fatigued, it may lead to a lack of concentration. It is advisable to take a moderate break and see if your condition improves afterward. Sometimes, feeling down can also affect your learning, so it&#...[Read More] Understanding Mental Blankness: A Guide for Students Facing Stress
Understanding Adjustment Disorders: Coping with Emotional Distress
Adjustment Disorder My girlfriend has been having trouble sleeping at night and often feels like crying. Just now, she came to my house to sleep, and after about 10 minutes, she suddenly woke up and started crying. What should I do? She has been feeling down lately and can't...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Companionship and acceptance can provide initial help for individuals with depression. Recovery from depression typically takes time, and ongoing care and support can improve depressive symptoms. Additionally, exercise and engaging in hobbies can also be beneficial for dep...[Read More] Understanding Adjustment Disorders: Coping with Emotional Distress
Overcoming Exam Anxiety: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
The feelings associated with exams? Hello, Doctor: It's been a long time since we last met. Perhaps I should have listened to your advice sooner! Aside from mentioning my poor memory and difficulty retaining information from books, I’ve lost interest in reading because I’ve ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, thank you for your hard work! I see you are striving to improve. In fact, whether it's for exams or work, maintaining good physical and mental health is a fundamental requirement. If you can't focus on studying and force yourself to give up work, it may indeed be...[Read More] Overcoming Exam Anxiety: A Journey Through Mental Health Challenges
Constantly Imagining Others' Sexual Actions: Should I Seek Help?
Constantly imagining the sexual actions of others? This issue has troubled me for several years, and I haven't dared to ask anyone about it. I don't know what to do! Am I sick? When I'm walking down the street, I inexplicably have sexual fantasies about strangers, ...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, our minds often generate thoughts spontaneously. This is a characteristic of the mind; it doesn't only activate when we consciously try to think, but rather, the brain operates in the background at all times and will produce thoughts during idle moments. It's nor...[Read More] Constantly Imagining Others' Sexual Actions: Should I Seek Help?
Understanding Sudden Emotional Outbursts: Causes and Solutions
Emotional agitation Hello, doctor! A few days ago, my mother suddenly went missing after going out. When we found her, she was very agitated, crying uncontrollably, and expressing suicidal thoughts. She even started throwing things and was unable to calm down. After a while, she ...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: It is unclear whether your mother has had similar situations or medical experiences in the past. If not, please pay attention to whether she has been under any stress or has experienced any significant events recently that could be contributing to her emotional behavior. O...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Emotional Outbursts: Causes and Solutions
Understanding OCD in Children: Signs, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Concern about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in Children? I have a daughter in the second year of junior high school. After she started the first year, I noticed that she washes her hands multiple times a day, and the frequency has become increasingly severe. Now that she is...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello Qiqi: Your daughter's symptoms could indeed be indicative of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). She is not doing this intentionally; rather, she is experiencing significant anxiety that she cannot control, and she feels compelled to perform these actions to achieve a...[Read More] Understanding OCD in Children: Signs, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Emotional Detachment and Harmful Impulses: Seeking Help
I feel that my personality is not very good? Hello, Doctor : D Well... I'm not quite sure which doctor to ask. After seeing your specialties in dream analysis and psychotherapy, I decided to reach out. How should I put this? I am basically an optimistic person and have no is...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Your issue is a psychological concern rather than a disease. In fact, everyone experiences emotional distress and may have impulses to act in certain ways, but reason helps us to control those impulses. Changing one's nature is difficult and requires a long-term commitment. ...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Detachment and Harmful Impulses: Seeking Help
Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs and Mental Health Concerns
Emotional instability Hello, doctor. Due to psychological factors, I resigned last year. During this period, I have had difficulty finding a job and have been worrying about work every day. This year, my mood has become very unstable; I feel that life has no meaning, I am easily ...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Based solely on the information you provided, I cannot definitively determine whether there is a mental illness present. However, it seems possible that you may have reached a level of depression. Given your childhood experiences and current anxiety, it appears that your distress...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability: Signs and Mental Health Concerns
Struggling with Focus and Anxiety: Understanding Your Mental Health
Memory and Attention Hello doctor, I have noticed that I really struggle to focus (it takes a lot of willpower...) which makes studying particularly difficult. Additionally, during exams, I tend to pick at my hands until they are covered in wounds (sometimes even bleeding). If I ...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
You are under too much stress! When stress arises, you unconsciously engage in skin picking to alleviate anxiety, and it has become a habit. However, skin picking only provides temporary relief from anxiety and does not address the underlying stress, potentially leading to furthe...[Read More] Struggling with Focus and Anxiety: Understanding Your Mental Health
Overcoming Sleep Anxiety: Strategies for Better Rest and Peace of Mind
Worried about not being able to sleep? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the lengthy message, but I've been troubled by this issue for 10 days. I have always had a nervous and anxious personality, often fixating on things. In the first couple of nights, I struggled to fall asle...
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
I think you are experiencing anticipatory anxiety, worrying about not being able to sleep even before going to bed. Of course, this is related to your personality. The current source of stress affecting your sleep may be the fear of insomnia. Medically, missing a night's sle...[Read More] Overcoming Sleep Anxiety: Strategies for Better Rest and Peace of Mind
Understanding Emotional Instability and Anger: When to Seek Help
Emotional instability and irritability? About three months ago, I started experiencing a lot of stress at home, but it wasn't due to academic pressure from my family. Just seeing my dad makes me feel extremely pressured and fearful. I find myself crying alone in my room ever...
Dr. Qiu Junda Reply:
Hello: Regardless of whether you are ill, it appears that you are experiencing some negative emotional behaviors that need urgent attention. It is advisable to consult or seek treatment at a nearby mental health facility to address these issues promptly. If visiting a medical fac...[Read More] Understanding Emotional Instability and Anger: When to Seek Help
Overcoming Childhood Bullying: Finding Hope and Healing in Adulthood
Some things to say? Dear Dr. Ding, I was bullied as a child, and after working hard to achieve good grades, I finally earned the top spot. However, my family doesn't believe me and thinks I'm just trying to scam them for pocket money. After entering the workforce, I fa...
Dr. Ding Shuyan Reply:
Hello, it sounds like you have had some unpleasant negative experiences throughout your life, mostly related to a lack of affirmation from others, and even instances of verbal or physical bullying. These experiences can leave shadows in our hearts and diminish our confidence. I o...[Read More] Overcoming Childhood Bullying: Finding Hope and Healing in Adulthood
Helping Your Child Overcome Nail Biting and Anxiety Issues
Nail biting and nail picking? Hello Doctor: I have three children at home, and my second daughter is in the second grade of elementary school this year. She has been raised by her grandmother since she was little, and every week when she comes back, she cries very hard. She start...
Dr. Song Chengxian Reply:
Hello, everyone: Nail biting, picking at nails, or digging at the skin around the fingers in children is often a sign of anxiety. Your older child not only bites their nails but also experiences nighttime crying and difficulty sleeping, which clearly indicates some distress or di...[Read More] Helping Your Child Overcome Nail Biting and Anxiety Issues
Understanding Uncontrollable Sexual Thoughts and Behaviors: A Mental Health Perspective
I feel that my problem is very serious? I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Zhong Mingxun Reply:
Your condition has indeed become quite serious, and if it continues, it may lead to emotional distress that you cannot cope with. If this situation persists, it could potentially develop into a lifelong or long-term habit. I encourage you to seek medical attention from a mental h...[Read More] Understanding Uncontrollable Sexual Thoughts and Behaviors: A Mental Health Perspective
Managing Medication Side Effects in Severe Depression: What to Do?
Medications for Depression I have severe depression and have been on medication for six months, but I stopped taking it on my own for over a month without fully recovering. I decided to return for a follow-up appointment recently because I will be going back to my work environmen...
Dr. Liang Sunyuan Reply:
Hello: Some individuals may experience gastrointestinal discomfort as a side effect of taking Amitriptyline. If this issue persists, it is advisable to return to the clinic and discuss with a physician whether a dosage adjustment or a switch to another medication is necessary.[Read More] Managing Medication Side Effects in Severe Depression: What to Do?