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My niece struggles with staying focused and exhibits impulsive behavior. Is it ADHD?
Query: Hello doctor,My 5-year-old niece is displaying certain behaviors that lead us to suspect she might have attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). She often struggles with staying focused, seems easily distracted, and exhibits impulsive behavior. I am concerned about her well-being and would l... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. Yes, you are right; the child has some features of ADHD. ADHD consists of a constellation of signs and symptoms and varies individually as well. Behavioral psychotherapy, often used in conjunction with an effective ... Read Full »
My doctor did not use gloves on me. Should I get tested?
Query: Hello doctor, I had an ENT examination and the specialist did not use gloves but, did not touch the part going into the nose the first time. The tubing, the second time it went up my nose, was touched at the bottom by her at the light. I am very OCD usually and watched this happen but, somehow trust... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and understood your concern. You seem to be overly concerned about hygiene. That could indicate an OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder). I will try to explain each of the infections that you have mentioned. MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphyl... Read Full »
What should I do to alleviate my paranoia?
Query: Hello doctor, If my wife sleeps before me, I get paranoid and then cannot sleep till morning. I am generally paranoid when I am alone or in dark, otherwise. everything is normal with me. When I was a kid around 6 years old, I was attacked by a relative who was supposed to be possessed by a ghost. I ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. The best option is to consult a psychiatrist or clinical psychologist in-person, for a detailed evaluation. CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) can then be used for treatment. Practice relaxation techniques like breathing exercises daily. PMR (progressive muscle relaxat... Read Full »
What is causing my son's constant anxiety and aggression?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a 6.5 years old boy. The boy was born with c-section and apgar score was low immediately after delivery but improved in the following measurements. He lived with us at home. In the period from 2009 to 2012 his social life was limited because we stayed away from our home town. ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and there is a possibility of anxiety disorder or attachment disorder. Although I must acknowledge that it is too early to diagnose with the available information. It is always better to see a psychiatrist in person with all family members who have som... Read Full »
Why do I have extreme and unstable emotions?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 23 year old female, 5 feet and 8 inches, 285 lbs; currently taking Seroquel 100 mg at night and Adderall 30 mg on days I have to work. I have a history of depression, anxiety, self-harm, drug abuse, obsessive thoughts, and chronic fatigue. I have gained 40 lb weight in the past ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your problem and understand your concern. I understand you were diagnosed as suffering from borderline personality disorder(BPD) and responded poorly to treatment despite multiple medications. In BPD, usually, you do not respond to medicines. You al... Read Full »
How can I balance my extreme emotional personality?
Query: Hello doctor, I suffer from high anxiety and mild depression. I am currently on Wellbutrin XL and Ativan for days that are really tough. I have always been an extremely emotional person. I have enough emotions to go around for multiple people. This severely impacts my life. What does this mean? Is t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Being emotional is your personality. It is not wrong. But, if you think that your personality (nature) is affecting your daily life or routine, then you should consult a psychologist for counseling. There are no medications that can change your nature, but some alterna... Read Full »
How to get rid of exhibitionism habit?
Query: Hello doctor, I am a 26 year old male. My problem is exhibitionism. I try to flash my penis to women. I know it is a bad habit. But I am not able to stop it. Please help me stop this bad behavior. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is good that you have taken the very first step required for resolution of your problem and you accomplished that by seeking help. This is not recognized as a problem by a major part of the population due to ignorance or other reasons best known to them. There... Read Full »
I ejaculate within two minutes of intercourse. What to do?
Query: Hello doctor, During intercourse with my wife, I ejaculate the entire semen within two minutes. After ejaculation, the erection goes away. I am unable to understand how to maintain the longevity of the erection during the intercourse. Please guide next course of action. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your problem and understand your concern. Premature ejaculation is quite a common problem. There are two approaches to manage this problem Behavioral therapy Medicines Now coming to the behavioral therapy, there are different methods you ... Read Full »
How to control the habit of excessive masturbation?
Query: Hi doctor, I am 22 years old male. I am suffering from excessive masturbation problem for the past three years. I have the habit of masturbation for the past six years. I am worried. I think I need to undergo counseling sessions to control it. Now, I masturbate at least once daily. Without doing ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sex thoughts, sex addiction, masturbation addiction, and porn films addiction come under behavior addiction. Behavioral addiction is a form of addiction that involves a compulsion to engage in a rewarding non-drug-related behavior. Sometimes it is called as a natural re... Read Full »
How can I boost my daughter's confidence?
Query: Hi doctor, My daughter is 13 years old. For the medical record, she is yet to experience menarche. She is intelligent, cheerful, very creative, bubbly and incredibly empathetic child. I believe she is the best thing ever happened to us. I have a concern about her. She is very sensitive and cries at ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. She is at a tender age and in 15 to 25 years of age fixation of traits of personality occurs. Though any individual start developing specific features since birth, reshaping occurs whenever needed. Learning by doing, modeling, copying others, etc., also determine the d... Read Full »