What happens in psychiatric intensive care?

Patients receive round-the-clock care from a multidisciplinary team in a secure, structured environment. The focus is on stabilising acute psychiatric symptoms, reducing risk, and preparing for transfer to less intensive care through regular psychiatric review, medication management, nursing support, and psychological input.

What is the difference between a PICU and a routine psychiatry ward?

A standard psychiatric ward caters for individuals whose needs can be managed with moderate support. A PICU is a locked ward for those with severe, complex, or high-risk presentations. It offers higher staffing, more frequent review, and a more controlled environment, intended as a short-term placement before stepping down to a standard ward or community setting.

What happens after someone is discharged from a PICU?

Discharge is a carefully planned process. A patient is typically stepped down to a standard psychiatric ward before going home. The clinical team works closely with the patient and family to ensure the transition is safe and well-supported. Every patient leaves with a clear aftercare plan, including confirmed follow-up appointments, a medication plan, and identified crisis contacts.

Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit in Bangalore

When someone needs more than what a general ward can offer, a Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a secure, clinically supported, medically equipped environment to help them through the most acute phase of their illness.

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For those in need of more intensive care and daily support, our Mental Health Hospital is now open in Bangalore.

If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.

For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.