Addiction and substance use care in Delhi and online
Alcohol, cannabis, nicotine, painkillers or other drugs can slowly move from habit to need. Addiction is a health condition, not a moral failing, and it can be treated.
Dr. Aditya VohraMBBS, MD (Psychiatry), Psychiatrist in New DelhiDr. Aditya Vohra has worked in addiction psychiatry at Vardhman Mahavir Medical College and Safdarjung Hospital, and attended a workshop on the management of substance use disorders at the National Drug Dependence Treatment Centre, AIIMS New Delhi.
Common signs
- Using more, or for longer, than you meant to
- Wanting to cut down but not managing to
- Cravings or strong urges to use
- Shakiness, sweating, poor sleep or irritability when you stop
- Problems at work, at home or with money because of use
- Giving up activities you used to enjoy
- Family members worried about your use
When to see a psychiatrist
See a psychiatrist if you have tried to cut down and could not, if you have withdrawal symptoms, or if your family is worried. After heavy drinking, stopping suddenly can be dangerous, so get medical advice before you stop.
In danger right now? Call 112, or Tele-MANAS on 14416. Outside India, call your local emergency number.
How he can help
Care is confidential and without judgment. It can include a safe, supervised plan to stop or cut down, medicines that ease withdrawal and reduce cravings, counselling, and support for the family.
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Ask for a time
Fill in the short form below, or call or write. Say whether you would like to meet online or in person, and how soon.
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Confirm the slot
The clinic team confirms a time and tells you the fee before anything is fixed.
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First consultation
An unhurried conversation about what is happening, how long it has been going on and what you want to change. Bring any earlier prescriptions or reports.
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A plan you understand
Together we agree on next steps. That can combine medicine, therapy with a psychologist and regular follow-up, explained in plain words.
In person or online
Timings: Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 9 pm IST, by appointment. Closed on Sundays.
Questions
Can my family come to the consultation?
Yes. Families often notice the problem first, and their support helps recovery. Family members can also come on their own for guidance on how to help.
Is it safe to stop alcohol on my own?
After long or heavy drinking, stopping suddenly can cause serious withdrawal. Speak to a doctor first, so that stopping can be planned safely.
Other concerns he sees
Book an appointment
Three taps and your name. The team replies on WhatsApp to confirm a time.
Dr. Vohra's Emotional Wellness Hub. Nearest metro: Patel Nagar (Blue Line) or Shadipur (Blue Line).
In crisis or in danger right now?
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These numbers are in India. Elsewhere, call your local emergency number.