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The OAMT Centre at Mayo Hospital, Lahore provides evidence-based outpatient treatment for opioid dependence, including supervised sublingual buprenorphine, psychiatric assessment, counselling, psychosocial support, monitoring and inpatient care when clinically indicated.
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Psychosis is a treatable mental health condition that affects a person’s ability to distinguish reality from false perceptions or beliefs. Learn about the symptoms, causes, early warning signs, diagnosis, treatment, schizophrenia, drug-induced psychosis, recovery, and prevention in this comprehensive guide by psychiatrist Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar.
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Psychosis is a treatable mental health condition. Learn how psychosis is diagnosed, the role of antipsychotic medications, psychotherapy, family support, rehabilitation, relapse prevention, and recovery. Discover evidence-based treatment options that help people with psychosis regain independence and improve their quality of life.
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Psychosis is not a single illness but a symptom that can occur in schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, severe depression, drug-induced psychosis, and certain medical conditions. Learn about the different types of psychosis, their causes, symptoms, risk factors, and why an accurate diagnosis is essential for effective treatment and recovery.
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Explore mental health insights and guidance from Dr. Shoaib Zafar.
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Prescription drug addiction is rapidly increasing in Pakistan due to the misuse of benzodiazepines, tramadol, pregabalin (Lyrica), nalbuphine (Nelbin), cough syrups, antihistamines, and other medicines. Learn about causes, symptoms, IV drug complications, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention from addiction psychiatrist Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar.
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Prescription drug addiction is rapidly increasing in Pakistan due to the misuse of benzodiazepines, tramadol, pregabalin (Lyrica), nalbuphine (Nelbin), cough syrups, antihistamines, and other medicines. Learn about causes, symptoms, IV drug complications, treatment, rehabilitation, and prevention from addiction psychiatrist Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar.
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Prescription drug abuse is rapidly increasing in Pakistan due to the easy availability of medicines such as benzodiazepines, tramadol, pregabalin (Lyrica), nalbuphine (Nelbin), cough syrups, and antihistamines. Learn about warning signs, complications of IV drug use, evidence-based treatment, and prevention strategies from addiction psychiatrist Dr. Muhammad Shoaib Zafar.
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Ice (Crystal Meth) addiction is an increasing concern in Pakistan. Learn the facts about methamphetamine addiction, common myths, prevention strategies, recovery, and evidence-based treatment. This comprehensive guide helps patients and families understand the condition, recognise when to seek professional help, and discover how long-term recovery is possible with the right support.
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