Psychiatry: Psychiatry is a medical specialty focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders. It involves understanding the complex interplay between a person’s emotions, behaviors, thoughts, and physical health. Psychiatrists are trained to assess mental health conditions, prescribe medications, and provide therapeutic interventions to help patients manage their symptoms and lead fulfilling lives. Our Psychiatry Department provides diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of conditions, including:
Anxiety Disorders: Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), panic disorder, social anxiety, and phobias.
Depressive Disorders: Major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder (dysthymia), and seasonal affective disorder.
Mood Disorders: Bipolar disorder, cyclothymia, and mood swings.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Unwanted repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and behaviors (compulsions).
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Trauma-related stress and emotional responses.
Schizophrenia and Psychotic Disorders: Conditions that affect thinking, perception, and social interactions.
Eating Disorders: Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating disorder.
Substance Use Disorders: Addiction to alcohol, drugs, or other substances.
Personality Disorders: Conditions that affect behavior patterns, such as borderline personality disorder, narcissistic personality disorder, and antisocial personality disorder.
Sleep Disorders: Insomnia, narcolepsy, and sleep apnea-related psychiatric conditions.
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: Behavioral issues, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), and mood disorders in children and teens.