Psychiatry

Psychiatry

The Department of Psychiatry at Vanaja Hospital is dedicated to promoting mental wellness through compassionate, confidential, and evidence-based care. We understand that emotional well-being is an essential part of overall health, and our team provides comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term support for a wide range of mental health conditions.

Our Services

Adult Psychiatry

• Anxiety disorders
• Depression
• Panic disorder
• Bipolar disorder
• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Stress-related disorders
• Schizophrenia and psychotic disorders
• Sleep disorders

Child & Adolescent Mental Health

• Behavioural problems
• Anxiety and emotional disorders
• Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
• School-related stress
• Adolescent counselling
• Emotional and developmental concerns

Geriatric Psychiatry

• Memory disorders
• Dementia assessment
• Depression in older adults
• Behavioural disturbances
• Cognitive decline evaluation

Addiction Psychiatry

• Alcohol dependence
• Tobacco cessation
• Substance use disorders
• Relapse prevention programmes
• De-addiction counselling

Psychological Therapies

• Individual psychotherapy
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Stress management
• Family counselling
• Marital counselling
• Grief counselling
• Lifestyle and coping strategies

Conditions We Commonly Treat

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Panic attacks
• OCD
• Bipolar disorder
• Sleep disturbances
• Work-related stress
• Relationship difficulties
• Emotional burnout
• Addiction
• Memory problems
• Behavioural disorders
• Mood disorders
• Psychosomatic illnesses

When Should You Visit a Psychiatrist?

You should seek professional help if you experience:

• Persistent sadness or loss of interest
• Excessive anxiety or panic attacks
• Difficulty sleeping
• Persistent stress affecting daily life
• Mood swings
• Difficulty concentrating
• Unexplained behavioural changes
• Relationship or family conflicts
• Addiction or substance dependence
• Memory decline
• Emotional difficulties affecting work, school, or personal life

Early intervention leads to better recovery and improved long-term mental well-being.

Facilities

• Comprehensive psychiatric evaluation
• Confidential consultation services
• Individual psychotherapy
• Family and marital counselling
• Child and adolescent mental health services
• Addiction management
• Geriatric psychiatric care
• Inpatient psychiatric support when required
• Multidisciplinary collaboration with psychologists, physicians, neurologists and other specialists
• Private, patient-friendly consultation environment