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Answered by Dr. Prashanth. B

How long do Risperidone discontinuation effects last?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Since you have taken Risperidone for four years, the brain circuits and its neurotransmitters had been under control. The medicine though it might have been washed out from your body, the effect of it remains for a few weeks to months and your brain circuits may start functioning abnormally after few months and once your symptoms come up again, the dose at which you were taking may not be sufficient to control the symptoms later. So, I advise you to immediately restart medications and do regular follow up with the doctor. I hope it helps.

April 24, 2026

I consume a lot of alcohol and I want to overcome this. What should be done?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and appreciate you for realizing the problem and being motivated to quit. Counseling will help you along with the following. Relaxation exercise. When the temptation is at peak, drink juice or water full stomach.

April 16, 2025

I always tend to overthink and imagine the worst. Do I have a disorder?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. Your panic attacks can be controlled by medication. The underlying cause of panic attacks needs to be evaluated. It can be that you were exposed to a lot of stress in the early years of your life while escaping from the burning house, etc.

March 5, 2025

What are the signs and symptoms of ADHD in children?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. From your description, there are two things which come to my mind apart from the ADHD (attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder). One is ODD (oppositional defiant disorder), and the other one is a conduct disorder. But, your description does not suffice the above diagnoses.

June 7, 2024

How to talk to a brother who stopped after an argument?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The best way at present would be to text him your concerns, explanation, and your opinion so that he reads and gets time to think it over. After texting, at last, quote that you all are concerned about him and would like to have a chat. The one among the family who is close to him would be the best person to text and deal with the problem currently. Later, the major cause of the misunderstanding can be discussed, and you can arrive at the solution.

April 24, 2024

I am unable to recall some of the things I did in the last two months. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The problem you have mentioned looks interesting. We need to see those episodes and have a complete evaluation. It may be dissociative episodes. If so, counseling and medicine would help.

February 21, 2024

How can I deal with aggressive behaviors of my sister?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest the following: Whenever you feel she is in a good mood, bring up the issues of her quarreling or instances that happened recently and try to convince her to seek psychiatric help along with you. Try to explain in a manner that she takes it seriously. Try to convince her that you are concerned about her and the relationship. Take an appointment with a psychiatrist beforehand and even if she finally refuses to consult, you attend and discuss with the doctor regarding what best you can do according to the laws of your area.

February 16, 2024

Is it necessary to get a good morning erection every single day?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Morning erection happens during REM (rapid eye movement) sleep, and the length of REM sleep is more during the later stages of sleep, that is, early mornings. Since you have been masturbating regularly and have no problems, there is no need to worry. Your sleep pattern needs to be evaluated. If you are not getting enough sleep, the REM phase will be shortened, and noticing a significant erection after waking up is less likely.

February 1, 2024

Can I take anxiety medicines in pregnancy?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Melzap (Clonazepam) and Etilam (Etizolam) which is used for anxiety are not really safe during pregnancy. But, the benefits of taking the medicine, have to be weighed against the effects of anxiety over pregnancy, if not treated at all. This has to be done by you and the treating doctor where the severity of your anxiety matters. So, I suggest you consult a psychiatrist in reach of you, as, if at all you start the medicine, it should be started with a low dose and regular follow-up.

January 31, 2024

Will I get my sex drive back if I quit masturbation?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern and the confusion in your mind. In the edit, you have mentioned that your erection is back and that is good to know and the current concern as you have mentioned is sex drive.My explanation to you is as follows: Watching porn and masturbation is done by more than 90 percent of the people of your age group and it is not an unhealthy behavior. So, do not worry or force yourself to quit masturbation as it is one way of letting out your inner sexual drive.

January 4, 2024

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