Depression & Anxiety
Help for low mood, constant worry and panic, with Consultant Psychiatrist Dr. Wong Yim Chan in George Town.
Everyone feels down or worried at times. It may be time to see a psychiatrist when these feelings last for weeks, keep coming back, or start to affect your sleep, work, relationships or enjoyment of life. You might notice:
Read more in our articles on depression in adults and understanding anxiety.
Depression and anxiety are common and treatable. At your first visit, Dr. Wong will listen to what you've been going through, ask about your health and background, and explain what he thinks is going on. Treatment is planned with you and may include:
Consultations are in English, Mandarin (中文) and Bahasa Malaysia. No referral letter is needed.
If you are thinking of harming yourself or are in danger now, please call 999 or go to the nearest emergency department. You can also call Befrienders KL on 03-7627 2929 (24 hours).
FAQ
Not necessarily. Some people do well with therapy and lifestyle changes alone, while others benefit from medication or a mix of both. Dr. Wong will explain the options, and you decide together.
Antidepressants are not addictive in the way many people fear. Stopping them suddenly can cause unpleasant effects, so they should be reduced slowly with your doctor's guidance.
Yes. What you share stays between you and the clinic. We do not share your information without your consent, except where the law requires it or where someone's safety is at serious risk.