Internal Medicine and Primary Care

Mental Health and Addiction Medicine

Mental health and addiction medicine are crucial fields within healthcare that address a range of conditions affecting individuals' mental well-being and substance use disorders. Mental health refers to emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It encompasses the ability to cope with stress, relate to others, and make decisions effectively. Conditions include depression, anxiety disorders, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), among others. Counselling and therapy sessions aimed at understanding and modifying behaviors, thoughts, and emotions. Pharmacological treatments to manage symptoms and stabilize mental health conditions. Peer support networks for individuals facing similar mental health challenges. Peer support networks for individuals facing similar mental health challenges. Medically supervised withdrawal management to safely remove substances from the body.