Child Psychological Issues

All children may experience problems with their mood or behavior from time to time. In some cases, these problems may be a normal part of a child's stage of development. In other cases, behavioral or emotional problems may be understandable reactions to a change in a child's environment or routines, such as sadness after the divorce of parents or the death of someone close to them. When a child's problems persist over a long period of time or begin to interfere with relationships, performance at school or everyday living, these may be signs of a mental health disorder. Many people are surprised to learn that mental health problems are relatively common among young people.

Symptoms to Watchout For

Overactivity or difficulty paying attention

Anxiety, worry or fear

Sadness and depression

Problems with food or body image

Extreme anger

Tendency to use drugs or alcohol

Unusual thoughts or experiences

Causes & Treatment

Mental health issues can happen in children due to a number of different factors. Experiencing trauma, such as the death of a close friend or family member, sudden life changes, experiencing violence, or other incidents may cause a child to feel anxious or depressed. Additionally, we know there is a genetic link to many mental health issues and some children and adolescents may have an increased likelihood of experiencing challenges such as depression or anxiety due to genetic factors.

Treatment

It is important to let children know that they are loved and that someone cares about them. Experiencing these feelings can be scary and hard to talk about. As a parent or guardian, one of the best things you can do is listen to their fears and concerns and reach out to professionals who can support the child's journey. Mental illnesses are like many medical disorders, such as diabetes or heart disease, that require ongoing treatment. There are many treatment options used for children, including many medications, are the same as those used in adults but with different dosing. The most common treatment options used include:

Medication: The drugs often used to treat mental disorders in children include antipsychotics, antidepressants, anti-anxiety drugs, stimulants, and mood stabilizing drugs.

Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy addresses the emotional response to mental illness. It is a process in which trained mental health professionals help people deal with their illness, often by talking through strategies for understanding and dealing with their symptoms, thoughts, and behaviors. Types of psychotherapy often used with children are supportive, cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, group, and family therapy.

Creative therapies: Certain therapies, such as art therapy or play therapy, might be helpful, especially with young children who might have trouble communicating their thoughts and feelings.

Best Doctors and Cost

When it comes to treatment for various psychological and psychiatric conditions including childern psychological issues, Dr Rashmi Mishra at Palaash Hospital is one of the best. With vast experience in treatment and management of various mental disorders Dr Rashmi Mishra has created a stature for herself. Patients from all across Bihar, West Bengal and North East India come to her for treatment of various conditions including psychological problems with children. The best part about treatment of Dr Rashmi Mishra is that she will try and understand the root cause of the problem and try to address it through various counselling sessions. For her medications are just the support to quicken the treatment and make it more effective for the best results.

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