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Department of Psychiatry

What is Psychiatry?

Psychiatry is the medical specialty devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental, emotional, and behavioural disorders. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in mental health and can differentiate mental health problems from other underlying medical conditions that could present with psychiatric symptoms. Psychiatrists are trained to understand the complex relationship between emotional and medical illnesses. They provide comprehensive care through a variety of treatment modalities, aiming to help patients manage their conditions, improve their functioning, and enhance their overall quality of life in a confidential and compassionate setting.

Common Conditions Managed

Psychiatry addresses a wide range of conditions that affect mood, thought, and behaviour:

  • ✓Depressive Disorders: Including major depressive disorder, characterized by persistent sadness and loss of interest.
  • ✓Bipolar and Related Disorders: Conditions involving extreme mood swings that include emotional highs (mania) and lows (depression).
  • ✓Anxiety Disorders: Including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, phobias, and social anxiety disorder.
  • ✓Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Characterized by unwanted, repetitive thoughts (obsessions) and behaviours (compulsions).
  • ✓Trauma- and Stressor-Related Disorders: Such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
  • ✓Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders.
  • ✓Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders.

Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches

Diagnosis in psychiatry is made through a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, which includes discussing the patient's symptoms, personal and family history, and mental state. There are no lab tests for mental illness, but a psychiatrist may order medical tests to rule out other physical causes. Treatment is holistic and tailored to the individual. The two main pillars of treatment are psychotherapy and medication. Psychotherapy, or 'talk therapy', involves working with a therapist to develop coping strategies and change thinking patterns (e.g., Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - CBT). Medication, such as antidepressants or mood stabilizers, can help correct chemical imbalances in the brain that are associated with some mental health conditions. Often, a combination of both medication and therapy provides the best results.

Department Specialists

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Meet our highly qualified healthcare professionals dedicated to providing exceptional medical care with expertise and compassion

Dr. A. Deepica Kumar

Dr. A. Deepica Kumar

Psychiatrist

Consultant Psychiatrist

MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Psychiatry at SSS Hospital Erode

SSS Super Speciality Hospital has Dr. A. Deepica Kumar (MBBS, MD Psychiatry) as Consultant Psychiatrist. She provides confidential psychiatric evaluation and treatment for depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, sleep disorders, addiction, and other mental health conditions.
Yes, all psychiatric consultations at SSS Hospital are completely confidential. We follow strict patient privacy protocols. Your mental health records are protected and not shared without your consent. We provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for patients to discuss their concerns.
We treat depression, anxiety disorders, panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, sleep disorders (insomnia), stress-related disorders, PTSD, phobias, addiction (alcohol, drugs, smoking), ADHD in children, autism spectrum disorders, and dementia. Both medication and counselling approaches are available.
Consider seeing a psychiatrist if you experience persistent sadness or hopelessness, severe anxiety that interferes with daily life, sleep problems, loss of interest in activities, suicidal thoughts, substance abuse, mood swings, irrational fears, difficulty concentrating, or significant changes in behaviour. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Yes, our psychiatry department provides treatment for alcohol addiction, drug addiction, tobacco/smoking cessation, and behavioural addictions. Treatment includes detoxification support, medication management, counselling, relapse prevention strategies, and family counselling. All services are provided in a confidential and supportive environment.