SAY ni DOK | Alamin: Ano nga ba ang rejection sensitive dysphoria at paano ito maiiwasan?
SAY ni DOK | Alamin: Ano nga ba ang rejection sensitive dysphoria at paano ito maiiwasan?
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00:00An emotional reaction that can affect the daily life and relationship of a person is what we will talk about today.
00:08But to give us a deeper knowledge about that, we will have a look at the psychiatrist, Dr. Noreen Molina.
00:15Good morning, Doc, and welcome to Rise and Shine Philippines.
00:20Good morning, good morning to everyone.
00:22Good morning, Doc. This is Prof. Phi together with Ryan.
00:26Well, we want to know, what is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria, and how can it affect the life of an individual?
00:36Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria is a severe emotional reaction to feelings that are being denied or denied.
00:46It can lead to severe illness, anxiety, and depression, and it can also be a sign of avoidance of situations where there is a possibility of rejection.
01:01Doc, how can a person know if they have this type of feeling? What are the symptoms of this, usually, Doc?
01:08So, usually, the symptoms are, like what I said earlier, a severe emotional reaction.
01:15When it comes to criticism or criticism, it can also be avoidance of situations where there is a possibility of rejection, anxiety, or depression, and low self-esteem.
01:29Those are the common manifestations of a patient.
01:36Doc, what are the possible causes of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria?
01:44So, the possible causes of RSD can be related to genetics, or it can be the same family, or it can be the environment that they grew up in, either at home or at school.
02:03Or it can be the neurobiological factors, the chemicals in the brain, and the negative experiences, such as repeated criticism or rejection.
02:16Doc, for example, if we have a family member who has this type of feeling, how can they regain their self-confidence? Because sometimes, it's hard.
02:28Yes, usually, if they really need professional help, they can undergo psychotherapy if their mental health is really affected.
02:42Some people push through depression or anxiety. So, either psychotherapy, there are many ways, or some people need to be given medication.
02:54And we can also use relaxation techniques on our own, mindfulness, self-awareness, self-compassion, or self-love, or having support groups, either in the family or in friends.
03:08So, those are the things we can do.
03:10It seems like it happens even at school or at work. For example, the boss might have said something to an employee, and the employee didn't accept it.
03:21The one that's going viral right now, the one in Cebu, right?
03:27He might have felt that way about himself, or rejection.
03:30That's what impacted him afterwards.
03:34Doc, on the medical side, what are the specific approach or treatment options for patients with this condition, aside from the thing that you mentioned about the therapy?
03:44Go ahead, Doc.
03:45Yes.
03:46So, first of all, it's really to determine by a professional if it really went through depression or anxiety.
03:55So, he needs to be given specific medications for that, if really needed.
04:01Or it can also be cognitive behavioral therapy.
04:03This is a way in which a person's behavior is modified.
04:10And the most important thing is really to increase the self-esteem or develop a positive self-esteem for a patient experiencing this condition.
04:23Doc, is the medication for this kind of condition long-term?
04:28Or is it maintenance?
04:30Maintenance. Actually, it depends.
04:33So, if the symptoms are still present, then it's just continuous.
04:38But it helps if the patient has his or her own self-image to fix.
04:46Or if the patient has a positive self-image, then it's just continuous.
04:53So, it really depends on his or her development of a positive self-esteem.
04:58Because the root cause is actually that he or she experienced a negative self-esteem because he or she is always being rejected.
05:09So, maybe things also on self-improvement, things like developing positive values or positive outlooks in life, things like that.
05:21Doc, on your personal experience, what could be the case scenario of a person experiencing this kind of dysphoria?
05:31The different case scenarios usually come from school or office.
05:36Also, because it's at home, the expectations of the parents are too high for a child.
05:43And the capacity of the child is not that big or the parents' expectations are not the same.
05:51Usually, it starts there in the family.
05:53So, when that happens, the child or the individual, when they grow up, they look at themselves like that.
06:02They are not that receptive with criticism.
06:06So, when that happens, especially in the family, the child will not be able to accept that kind of criticism.
06:15How will it be if the child goes out of the house, to work, or to school?
06:18It will really affect the person.
06:21Maybe all of us are able to accept rejection.
06:24But how do you accept rejection?
06:26For me, rejection is painful.
06:29But maybe it's something very objective that you have to accept on your end.
06:34Because on the positive note, you have to set yourself free.
06:43How about you, Ryan?
06:44Rejection is really painful.
06:46Any kind of rejection is painful.
06:48But at the end of the day, the first thing that will help you is yourself.
06:52To accept whatever it is.
06:53Actually, I sometimes talk to my students about this.
06:56They say that rejection is the hardest thing to experience.
07:02If in any cases, they experience dysphoria, better seek medical help.
07:08Doc, what is your message to those people who are experiencing this,
07:12and also to the families who have loved ones who have this condition?
07:16To those people who are experiencing this emotion,
07:20remember that you are not alone.
07:23There are ways to make your condition better.
07:26And maybe take it on a different aspect.
07:29Take it as a form of basis so you can have your self-analysis also,
07:35and how to improve yourself.
07:37And of course, seek support.
07:40Don't be afraid to ask for help,
07:42either from professionals, friends, or family.
07:45And also to the families of people who have this condition.
07:49Always stay in a place of understanding.
07:52Be understanding and supportive.
07:54And help your loved ones in this situation.
07:58Thank you very much for giving us important information and free telemedicine
08:03regarding the condition of Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria.
08:07Dr. Noreen Molina, a psychiatrist.
08:09Again, thank you very much and take care.
08:11Thank you so much.