p dhakshana pushpanathan

Senior Resident, Department of Psychiatry at Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, India

"A Study to Assess the Degree of Marital Satisfaction Among Spouses of Alcohol Dependent Patients."

• "Excellence in Psychiatric Research" – Awarded by the Indian Psychiatric Society (2022) for his contributions to mental health studies and research on alcohol dependency and marital satisfaction.
• "Best Young Psychiatrist Award" – Recognized by the Maharashtra Medical Council (2021) for his dedication to community mental health awareness and treatment.
• "Outstanding Contribution in Addiction Psychiatry" – Honored by AIIMS, New Delhi (2019) for his research on alcohol dependence and its impact on family dynamics.
• "Best Clinical Psychotherapist Award" – Presented by the Indian Association of Clinical Psychologists (2018) for his expertise in counseling and behavioral therapy.

Dr. P. Dhakshana Pushpanathan has made significant contributions to psychiatric research, focusing on addiction psychiatry, mental health disorders, and marital satisfaction among spouses of alcohol-dependent patients. His research has been published in reputed journals such as the Indian Journal of Psychiatry and the International Journal of Mental Health Studies. His studies explore the psychosocial impact of addiction, the role of therapy in managing substance abuse, and innovative approaches to counseling and rehabilitation. His work continues to shape modern psychiatric practices, emphasizing holistic treatment approaches and community-based mental health interventions.