Mental health guidance for Bihar

Understand mental health—and know what to do next

Clear, compassionate guidance for individuals, families, students, and caregivers in Hajipur, Vaishali, Patna, and nearby communities.

Learn common warning signs, how families can help, and when to speak with a qualified mental health professional. This website provides education, not diagnosis.

हिंदी में संक्षेप: मानसिक स्वास्थ्य की समस्याएँ आम हैं और उनका इलाज संभव है। लक्षणों को समझें, परिवार से बात करें और समय पर योग्य विशेषज्ञ की मदद लें।

Know when to act

Warning signs that deserve attention

One sign does not prove a diagnosis. Persistent, severe, or unsafe changes are reasons to speak with a qualified professional.

  • Persistent sadness, fear, panic, or hopelessness
  • Not sleeping for many nights or a major behaviour change
  • Hearing voices, severe confusion, or unusual suspiciousness
  • Alcohol, drug, tobacco, or medicine dependence
  • Thoughts of self-harm, suicide, or harming another person

Not sure what to do?

Use the warning-sign lists as a conversation starter. They do not give a score or diagnosis.

Check common warning signs

If you remain worried, seek help even when a listed sign does not apply.

Choose a topic

Simple guides for common concerns

Each guide explains common signs, practical family support, and when professional care may be needed.

Depression and Low Mood

Understand persistent sadness, loss of interest, hopelessness, and safety concerns.

Read depression guide

Anxiety and Panic

Learn about excessive worry, panic-like episodes, body symptoms, and avoidance.

Read anxiety guide

Addiction and Substance Use

Recognise loss of control, withdrawal, relapse, secrecy, and family impact.

Read addiction guide

Student and Exam Stress

Support students through pressure, comparison, poor sleep, panic, and hopelessness.

Read student stress guide

Sleep Problems

Know when insomnia, oversleeping, or repeated waking needs more attention.

Read sleep guide

Support for Families

Listen calmly, avoid blame, notice safety concerns, and help someone reach care.

Read family support guide

For consultation

Contact Dr H N Roy Mental Clinic

Dr H N Roy Lane, Umesh Cinema Road, Hajipur, Vaishali, Bihar

Hours: Monday–Sunday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. Call before visiting to confirm appointment timing.

Legacy since 1975

Dr H N Roy’s mental-health legacy

Dr H N Roy founded Dr H N Roy Mental Clinic in Hajipur in 1975. This awareness website preserves that public-interest legacy through education, stigma reduction, and guidance toward timely professional care.

Portrait of Dr H N Roy, founder of Dr H N Roy Mental Clinic.
Dr H N Roy, founder of Dr H N Roy Mental Clinic.