The Department of
Psychiatry at Saifee Hospital caters to people suffering from difficulties
with their behaviour, emotions (feelings) and thinking, which may disrupt
their socio-occupational routine.
Commonly treated disorders are:
Depression-
Sadness of mood, crying spells, sleep disturbances, reduced appetite,
feeling tired (lethargic), a lack of interest in work and pleasurable
activities, anger outbursts & suicidal tendencies.
Anxiety-
Excessive worrying, restlessness, nervousness, palpitations, excessive
sweating, tremulousness.
Schizophrenia &
other Psychosis-
Suspiciousness, talking to self, hearing voices, Abusive-aggressive
behaviour, disorganized/disinhibited behaviour.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders-
Preoccupation with repetitive cleaning/checking, renaming lost in thought,
spending excessive time in the bathroom.
Substance Abuse/Dependeure-
Excessive use/consumption of potentially harmful and mind-altering illicit
substances like Alcohol, tobacco, cannabis, opium, brown sugar, cocaine,
etc.
Sexual Dysfunction-
Lack of desire, reduced libido, erectile dysfunction, premature ejaculation.
Relationship
issues- Marital
discord/disharmony.
Childhood
disorders- Academic
difficulties, bedwetting, nail biting, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder). Our consultants at Saifee Hospital are also parenting experts who
can help the normal parents who are having a tough time raising their
children in a competitive demanding.
The main modalities of treatment are:
Talk Therapy-
Counseling & Psychotherapy.
Behaviour Therapy
Psychopharmacology-
Medication.
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