Alcohol and substance use disorders develop when use becomes difficult to control and continues despite harm. Help is available and confidential. Dr. Purvita Sarkar Ray provides assessment and treatment for alcohol and substance use concerns.
Common signs
- Strong urges or cravings to use
- Difficulty cutting down or stopping
- Needing more to get the same effect
- Withdrawal symptoms when not using
- Continuing to use despite problems at home, work or with health
When to see a psychiatrist
Seek help if use is affecting health, relationships, work or finances, or if stopping brings on withdrawal symptoms.
How it is treated
After a confidential assessment, treatment may include medically supervised approaches where appropriate, relapse-prevention support, and help for any linked conditions such as depression or anxiety. The plan is tailored to the person.
Consult Dr. Purvita Sarkar Ray
Dr. Ray provides assessment and treatment by appointment at:
- Howrah (Shibpur) – Tue & Thu 4–8 PM, Sun 10 AM–4 PM
- Kolkata – Fortis (Sat), RB Lake Town (Wed)
- Malda – Sonoscan (Fri)
Appointments and WhatsApp: +91 70337 31246. Online consultation is for follow-up patients only.
In an emergency
These chambers are outpatient only. In a mental health crisis, call 112 or the free Tele-MANAS helpline 14416.
This page is general information and not a substitute for an individual medical assessment.