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Department of Psychiatry
Psychiatrists use a variety of treatments – including various forms of psychotherapy, medications, psychosocial interventions and other treatments (such as electroconvulsive therapy or ECT), depending on the needs of each patient. Psychotherapy, sometimes called talk therapy, is a treatment that involves a talking relationship between a therapist and patient.
Frequently Asked Question
What is psychiatry and what does a psychiatrist do?
Psychiatry is dedicated to the identification, management, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioural disorders. Psychiatrists are physicians with a focus on mental health. They assess patients, make mental health diagnoses, provide prescriptions for drugs, and offer several types of therapy, including psychotherapy.
How do I know if I need to see a psychiatrist?
It may be helpful to get help from a psychiatrist if you are suffering from considerable distress or impairment in your everyday life as a result of mental, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Consistent feelings of despair or hopelessness, excessive anxiety or worry, trouble concentrating, changes in eating or sleep habits, thoughts of self-harm or suicide, and drug misuse issues are common indications that may point to the need for psychiatric examination.
What are the most typical mental health issues that psychiatrists treat?
A variety of mental health disorders can be diagnosed and treated by psychiatrists. Depression, anxiety disorders (including social anxiety disorder, panic disorder, and generalized anxiety disorder), bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive, disorder (OCD), and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) are a few of the most prevalent illnesses they treat.
What can I anticipate from my initial appointment with a psychiatrist?
The psychiatrist will often perform an initial evaluation during your first appointment to learn more about your symptoms, medical background, and personal history. They might inquire about your present worries, your previous experiences with mental illness, any drugs you’re taking, and your family’s history of mental health issues. If required, they may also request laboratory testing or conduct a physical exam. The psychiatrist will make a diagnosis and go over treatment options with you based on this evaluation.
Are there non-medication treatment options available?
Psychotherapy (talk therapy), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT), group therapy, and family therapy are some of the therapeutic options available at our psychiatry department. Without necessarily relying on medicine, these therapies place a strong emphasis on enhancing coping mechanisms, thinking processes, and emotional control.
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