Psychiatry is a medical specialty, like surgery, general medicine and paediatrics. It involves the study, diagnosis and management of mental illnesses and distressing conditions, pertaining to both the mind and body. Misconceptions about psychiatric illness and treatment have some how prevented help seeking behaviour in those who need it the most. This Wall has to go, wherin visiting a psychiatrist should no longer be taboo, and people should be able to openly and freely discuss mental health issues. More here.

Dr Vikas Prabhav is a psychiatrist in anna nagar, chennai. He runs The Vivid Mind  mental wellness clinic in Anna Nagar. We aim at providing holistic, multi modal care for those suffering from mental illnesses and adjustment issues.A psychiatry consult is no different than a visit to a helpful friend, albeit a friend who is trained to help you. Do not fear the shrink, embrace him/her and be . We offer effective management strategies for depression, anxiety, unexplained physical symptoms, addictions, child/adolescent problems and other behavioral issues.The information provided in this website does not substitute for a medical consult.