I have been experiencing this since childhood. I am extremely sensitive to sudden loud sounds, especially Diwali firecrackers, sudden bangs, explosions, or any unexpected loud noise.
Whenever I hear such a sound unexpectedly, I get very strongly startled and irritated/uncomfortable. My body reacts immediately, sometimes even before I can process what the sound was. This happens repeatedly and seems much stronger in my case compared with other members of my family.
I want to understand why I have such a strong reaction to sudden loud sounds. Could this be due to sound sensitivity, an exaggerated startle response, anxiety, or some other neurological/psychological reason? Is there any treatment or therapy that can reduce this sensitivity and the strong reaction over time?
Which specialist would be most appropriate for this—ENT, neurologist, psychiatrist, or psychologist?
I’ve been going through a very difficult period emotionally, and it has started affecting me mentally and physically. I’ve been feeling extremely overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and unable to cope with things on my own. I’ve been crying almost every day and having difficulty sleeping. I keep overthinking and finding it very difficult to function normally or get through the day.
Recently, I’ve also been having suicidal thoughts, which is why I feel that I need professional help. I would like to consult a psychiatrist and understand what I’m going through and get appropriate help.
3 years before consulted doctor for sleep issues and he initially gave 15 mg mirtazapine and later reduced to 7.5 mg and continuously took for 3 years.
I myself stopped it now almost 60 days.
Again I am having sleep issues morning tiredness etc.
Weight lost nearly 4 to 5 kgs.
Can I restart mirtaz 7.5 mg
I was diagnosed with severe anxiety & depression in early 2022.After consultation with a doctor,i was put on meds from apl 2022.I was doing extremely well until jan 2025,when burnout & stress caused the anxiety to recur.It has been severe since then.I suffer from suicidal tendency,depression and frequent anxiety(especially at night).I am in intense pain and feel life is over.Even after consulting multiple psychologists,psychiatrist & even tms sessions,the mental illness is still there.It has affected me very badly-resulting in severe suicidal tendency.
I also suffer from pcos.
Can anyone please tell me if i can ever recover?
MY CURRENT SITUATION . .
. Hello Doctor. I am going through extreme mental stress and anxiety because of a toxic past situation and a trauma bond. My nervous system feels completely crashed, and I am in a constant "fight or flight" mode.
. . MY MENTAL SYMPTOMS . .
. I am suffering from severe overthinking and cannot stop my racing thoughts.
. I am stuck in a negative loop of checking social media and stalking my ex-friend.
. I feel continuous panic, fear, and my mind cannot relax for even a single minute.
. I have zero willpower and feel like I have lost control over my own brain.
. . MY PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS . .
. My digestion and stomach are completely upset due to extreme anxiety.
. I feel physically exhausted all the time because of high stress and cortisol overload.
. My sleep is disturbed, and I feel restless.
. . IMPACT ON MY LIFE . .
. I am a serious student preparing for important government exams.
. Right now, my academic focus is totally zero.
. I am unable to sit at my desk
