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 DR ZAAHIR AHMAD MOTALA

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WHAT IS PSYCHIATRY?

Understanding Psychiatry

Psychiatry is a Medical Discipline which deals with mental, emotional or behavioural conditions.

A Psychiatrist is a Medical Doctor who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of Mental Illnesses.

PSYCHIATRIC DISORDERS

Understanding Mental Illness

There following  requirements in order for any Psychiatric Disorder to be diagnosed. 
Firstly, specific symptoms of the illness or illnesses must be met.
Secondly, the ability to perform normal activities will be adversely affected i.e. social, inter-personal, occupational and/or academic difficulties. 
Thirdly, it is important  to exclude other another medical condition or  substance use condition.

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TREATMENT

Understanding treatment

"Chemical Imbalance" is often used to explain the cause of psychiatric illness.
Medication is used to correct the chemical imbalance and/or manage symptoms.

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CONTACT ME

For an appointment please contact 072 739 7409 or 084 207 8923 ext. 5556

WhatsApp (072 739 7409)

Appointments.drmotala@gmail.com

6 Junction Avenue
Akeso Clinic
Parktown
Johannesburg
2193

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