Psychiatrist in Kolhapur counseling a young male patient and family in a psychiatric emergency room, offering urgent mental health assessment and supportive care for emergency psychiatry.

24/7 Emergency Psychiatry & Mental Health Crisis Care in Kolhapur

Immediate help for patients with aggression, suicidal thoughts, severe panic, psychosis, confusion, overdose, or self-harm behaviors.

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WhatsApp Available | Family-assisted admissions | Confidential

What Is a Psychiatric Emergency?

A psychiatric emergency is any mental health condition where the patient’s behavior or symptoms pose a risk to self, others, or public safety, and require urgent medical intervention.

Red Flag Signs That Need Immediate Care:

Seek help if a patient shows:

Persistent suicidal thoughts or attempts
Violent or aggressive behavior
Severe panic or anxiety attacks
Hearing voices / hallucinations
Confusion or disorientation
Sudden personality changes
Overdose or substance intoxication
Self-harming behavior
Catatonia or refusal to eat/drink

Common Emergencies We Treat

✔ Suicidal crisis

✔ Suicidal ideations or attempt

✔ Attempted self-harm

✔ Acute psychosis

✔ Mania & agitation

✔ Severe anxiety & panic disorder

✔ Alcohol withdrawal & seizures

✔ Drug intoxication

✔ Depression with inability to function

✔ Postpartum psychiatric emergencies

How to Know When It’s an Emergency

It is an emergency if:

Life is in danger
Behavior is unpredictable
Judgment is impaired
Patient is violent or unmanageable
Patient cannot care for themselves
Symptoms escalate rapidly
Attempts to harm self or others
Significant reduction or refusal to eat food or drink water

If unsure, call us — we will guide you.

What To Do Before Reaching the Hospital Family members should:

Stay calm and ensure safety
Do not restrain unless necessary
Remove sharp/dangerous objects
Bring previous prescriptions (if available)
Inform us before arrival for fast admission

Emergency Protocol at Our Centre When a patient arrives:

Rapid psychiatric assessment
Immediate stabilisation
Medication / sedation (if required)
Medical evaluation for underlying causes
Family counselling
Short-term admission or referral

Who Needs Immediate Transportation?

Patients with:
Suicide attempt requiring medical care
Violent agitation not manageable at home
Severe hallucinations or paranoia
Aggressive intoxication

Serving Kolhapur & Nearby Regions

We provide emergency psychiatric care for Kolhapur, Ichalkaranji, Sangli, Karad, Kagal, Radhanagari, Gokul Shirgaon, and surrounding areas.

Insurance & Legal Notes

Insurance may cover admission depending on policy
All care is confidential
Family consent obtained for emergency sedation when necessary
Police escort not required for most admissions

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What is a psychiatric emergency?
A psychiatric emergency is a sudden change in mental state that places the patient or others at risk, requiring immediate medical intervention.

Q. How do we know if this is a psychiatric emergency?
It is an emergency if the patient is suicidal, violent, hallucinating, severely panicked, confused, disoriented, or unable to care for themselves.

Q. Can I call for guidance before bringing the patient?
Yes. We can guide you on safety, transport, and preparation for admission.

Q. Is psychiatric emergency treatable?

Yes. With early intervention, most patients improve significantly and return to daily functioning.

Q. Do you admit patients during night?

Yes, emergency services are available 24/7 with on-call psychiatrist support. Yes, emergency admissions are available 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays.

Q. How long is admission?

Most emergency admissions last 24–72 hours for stabilization, based on condition and diagnostic workup.

Q. Can family stay with the patient?

In most cases, yes. Family involvement improves outcomes.