Depression
Known Symptoms
- Persistent sadness, hopelessness, or irritability
- Loss of interest in activities and fatigue
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or thoughts of self-harm in severe cases
Known Causes
- Genetic predisposition or family history of mental health disorders
- Stressful life events, trauma, chronic illness
- Chemical imbalances in the brain
- Co-existing medical or psychiatric conditions
Care
- Clinical evaluation by a mental health professional using structured interviews and questionnaires
- Screening tools such as PHQ-9 or Beck Depression Inventory
- Rule out medical conditions that may mimic depression (thyroid disorders, vitamin deficiencies)
- Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), counseling, and support groups
- Medication under psychiatric supervision if indicated
- Healthy lifestyle habits: regular exercise, balanced diet, sufficient sleep, and stress management
- Persistent sadness, hopelessness, or irritability
- Loss of interest in activities and fatigue
- Changes in sleep or appetite
- Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
- Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, or thoughts of self-harm in severe cases
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Psychiatry
Our Psychiatry & Behavioural Medicine team offers personalised, confidential care for mental health and addiction across all ages, delivered by psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and specialist practitioners. Our treatment plans combine therapy, medication and practical support tailored to each individual’s needs. Our service includes 24/7 emergency psychiatry, with other specialties (including perinatal, geriatric and liaison psychiatry), and caregiver support programmes for dementia. Additionally, we provide evidence-based interventions and diagnostics, including ECT and biofeedback, as well as comprehensive psychometric testing, all underpinned by a commitment to compassionate, inclusive care.
Mental Health (Psychiatry & Behavioral Medicine)
Our Psychiatry & Behavioural Medicine team offers personalised, confidential care for mental health and addiction across all ages, delivered by psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and specialist practitioners. Our treatment plans combine therapy, medication and practical support tailored to each individual’s needs. Our service includes 24/7 emergency psychiatry, with other specialties (including perinatal, geriatric and liaison psychiatry), and caregiver support programmes for dementia. Additionally, we provide evidence-based interventions and diagnostics, including ECT and biofeedback, as well as comprehensive psychometric testing, all underpinned by a commitment to compassionate, inclusive care.
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Royal Bahrain Hospital, Salmaniya
Royal Bahrain Hospital, Salmaniya
Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, General Surgery, Cardiology and Plastic Surgery
93
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77
Beds
15
Services
2011
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RBH Medical Center, Janabiya
RBH Medical Center, Janabiya
Orthopedics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Urology, General Surgery and Cardiology
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10
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2021
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