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Psychiatric Emergencies: Psychiatric emergencies involve acute disturbances in thoughts, behaviors, mood, or social relationships that require immediate intervention to prevent imminent danger. Here are the most common emergent psychiatric situations:

- Self-Neglect: Failing to care for oneself adequately.
- Self-Harm: Engaging in behaviors like cutting, scratching, or burning.
- Suicidal Behavior: Having active thoughts of self-harm or harm to others with a plan or intent.
- Depressive Episodes: Severe depression requiring urgent care.
- Manic Episodes: Extreme mood elevation needing immediate attention.
- Aggressive Behaviors: Exhibiting violence or threats towards others.
- Psychomotor Agitation: Excessive movement and restlessness.
- Severely Impaired Judgment: Making unsafe decisions due to impaired thinking.
- Intoxication: Overuse of substances leading to impaired functioning.
- Altered Mental Status: Confusion or disorientation.
- Withdrawal from Psychoactive Substances: Experiencing severe symptoms when stopping drug use.

Immediate Assistance:
- Life-Threatening Emergencies: Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room.

- Suicidal Thoughts: Call 1-800-273-TALK to speak with a crisis counselor.

- Violence Prevention: Call 1-800-799-7233 for support or 911 if in imminent danger.

- Self-Harming Behaviors: Text "Pass 741741" to a friend for help.

Note: We provide outpatient mental health services and are not an urgent care or crisis center. For medication adjustments, contact our office to schedule an appointment during normal business hours. Your well-being is our top priority.