Department of Psychiatry

Psychiatric Diagnoses

You may have a physical examination to assess the diagnosis and to test for related complications. A doctor will try to rule out the symptoms of physical problems. Tests of the laboratory may include, for instance, a thyroid function test or an alcohol and drug screening. A psychological assessment where Your symptoms, thoughts, emotions, and behaviour patterns are discussed with a doctor or psychiatrist. In order to answer certain questions, you may be asked to fill out a questionnaire.

Sometimes figuring out which mental illness can cause the symptoms is difficult. However, taking time and effort to get a clear diagnosis can help identify the care that is needed. The more knowledge you have, the more ready you will be to work with your Psychiatrist to understand what your symptoms might be.

There are three tiers of examination that are performed by doctors to ensure an accurate diagnosis. These include:

• Physical examination and Neurological health: The doctor rules out the chance of any physical ailment that may be causing the symptoms.
• Laboratory tests: These tests are done to exclude any other conditions like thyroid malfunction or vitamin deficiency.
• Brain imaging: It is a process that checks for changes in brain structure as a result of Alzheimer’s disease. It includes tests like CT(Computerized Tomography) scan, MRI(Magnetic Resonance Imaging), PET(Positron Emission Tomography) scan, and cerebrospinal fluid examination.
• Psychological Examination: The doctor, or more specifically, a psychologist, talk to you about your thoughts, feelings, and symptoms. You may also be asked to fill out a questionnaire that is then critically analysed by the doctor for any major symptoms of mental health disorder.

At our centre, there are different classes of mental health disorders that are diagnosed, making it one of the best hospitals for the treatment of Psychiatric disorders in Hyderabad. 

Mental Health Treatment

Depending on the type of mental illness you have, the extent, and what works best for you, the care depends. A mix of treatments works best in many situations. Treatment from your primary care provider may be sufficient if you have a mild mental condition of well-controlled signs. Sometimes, however, a collaborative approach is suitable to ensure that all psychological, social, and medical needs are met. For severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia, this is particularly important.

While psychiatric drugs do not cure mental illness, symptoms can often improve greatly.

Antidepressants

Antidepressants are used to treat anxiety, depression, and other disorders at times. These can help improve conditions such as depression, despair, fatigue, concentration problems, and lack of activity interest. Antidepressants are not harmful, and they do not cause addiction.

Anti-anxiety products

Such medications are used to treat symptoms of anxiety, such as generalized social anxiety or panic disorder. These can also help to reduce anxiety and sleeplessness. Generally, long-term anti-anxiety medications are antidepressants that function with anxiety as well. Fast-acting Anti-anxiety medication helps with short-term relief, but they do have the potential to cause dependence, so it would better be used on a short-term basis.

Medications that stabilise the mood

Mood stabilizers are most widely used for treating bipolar disorders, including frequent mania and depression periods. Mood stabilizers are sometimes used to treat depression with antidepressant drugs.

Antipsychotic drugs

Antipsychotic drugs, such as schizophrenia, are usually used to treat psychotic disorders. Antipsychotic drugs can also be used to treat anxiety conditions or to treat depression with medications.

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy, also known as talking therapy, involves talking to a mental health professional about your illness and related issues. You will hear about your condition and moods, emotions, perceptions, and actions through psychotherapy. You can learn coping skills and stress management skills with the perspectives and understanding you obtain.

Treatments for Brain stimulation

Treatments for brain stimulation are often used for anxiety and other conditions of mental health. These are generally reserved for cases where psychotherapy and medicine have not succeeded. These include electroshock therapy, repetitive magnetic transcranial stimulation, deep stimulation of the brain, and stimulation of the vague nerve.