Dr. Surabhi Mathur provides confidential de-addiction treatment at her clinic in Nirman Nagar, Jaipur, including safe withdrawal management, anti-craving medication and counselling for both the person and their family.
Understanding Addiction
Addiction develops when repeated use changes the brain's reward system, leading to cravings, loss of control and continued use despite harm. With substances, the body also adapts, so stopping suddenly can cause withdrawal symptoms.
Behavioural addictions such as gaming, gambling and excessive phone or internet use follow a similar pattern of craving, loss of control and conflict with daily responsibilities. They are increasingly common among students and young adults.
Common signs and symptoms
- Using more, or for longer, than intended
- Strong cravings and failed attempts to cut down
- Withdrawal symptoms: tremor, sweating, anxiety, poor sleep or irritability
- Needing more to get the same effect
- Neglecting work, studies or family because of use
- Hiding use, or conflict with family about it
- Hours lost to gaming, scrolling or online activity, with irritability when stopped
- Continuing despite health, money or relationship problems
Causes and risk factors
- Genetic vulnerability and family history of addiction
- Using substances to cope with stress, anxiety, depression or poor sleep
- Early exposure and peer influence
- Easy availability and social acceptance
- Untreated conditions such as ADHD, which raise the risk
When should you see a psychiatrist?
Consider booking an appointment if these difficulties have lasted more than two weeks, keep coming back, or are affecting your work, studies, relationships or daily routine. You do not need to wait until things feel unbearable; early treatment is usually shorter and more effective.
If you or someone you know is in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, go to the nearest emergency department or call Tele-MANAS, the Government of India’s free 24×7 mental health helpline, on 14416.
How Dr. Surabhi Mathur makes a diagnosis
Your first consultation is an unhurried conversation about your symptoms, how long they have been present, your medical and family history, sleep, stress and any substance use. Where needed, Dr. Mathur uses standard rating scales and may suggest blood tests to rule out physical causes such as thyroid or vitamin problems. You leave with a clear explanation of what is happening and a treatment plan you have agreed to.
What to expect at your first visitTreatment options
Medically supervised withdrawal
Safe management of withdrawal symptoms, especially important for alcohol, where unsupervised stopping can be dangerous.
Anti-craving medication
Evidence-based medicines that reduce cravings and support abstinence for alcohol, tobacco and opioid dependence.
Motivational and relapse-prevention counselling
Building the motivation to change, identifying triggers, and developing practical plans for high-risk situations.
Treating underlying conditions
Depression, anxiety, ADHD and sleep problems are assessed and treated, since they often drive continued use.
Family counselling
Helping families respond supportively, set healthy boundaries and recognise warning signs of relapse.
Digital detox plans
For gaming and internet addiction, structured plans to rebuild routine, sleep and offline activities, with parents involved for young people.
How long does treatment take?
Recovery is a process rather than a single event. Withdrawal is usually managed within one to two weeks, while relapse-prevention treatment continues for several months. A slip does not mean failure; it is a signal to adjust the plan.
Why choose Dr. Surabhi Mathur in Jaipur?
- MBBS, MD (Psychiatry), Consultant Psychiatrist at Narayana Hospital
- Trained in psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Plans that combine therapy, medication and lifestyle care
- Strictly confidential, non-judgmental consultations
- Clinic in Nirman Nagar, open seven days a week
- Hospital care at Narayana Hospital when it is needed