CHILD & ADOLESCENT

What is "child & adolescent"?

Mental health is equally as important as physical health for each and every one of us. It has been seen that unrecognized mental illness in childhood and adolescence can lead to adult age and can hamper relationships and work life. It is better if symptoms and signs are recognized earlier and also the earlier treatment is started, the more effective it can be. Early intervention and treatment with a child psychologists can help prevent more severe, long-lasting problems as a child grows up.Discuss your concerns with top counsellor online and seek online psychological counselling to address child's and adolescents' mental health concerns.

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Types of child & adolescent

Neurodevelopmental Disorders–

  • ADHD 
  • Autism Spectrum
  • Conduct
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disabilities

Mood Disorders-

  • Anxiety
  • Depression

Eating Disorders-

  • Anorexia
  • Bulimia
  • Binge Eating

Signs & Symptoms

Aggressive

Aggressive

Poor Appetite

Poor Appetite

Poor performance in school

Poor performance in school

Poor Sleep

Poor Sleep

Regressive Behaviors

Regressive Behaviors

Socially Withdrawn

Socially Withdrawn

Myths & Facts

Fact : Early diagnosis of mental health problems can help a child manage their symptoms and develop into healthy adult.
Fact : Therapies can help a child develop coping strategies for normal functioning and self-care strategies.
Fact : Children's home environment and relationship with parents play a major role in their mental health, but biological problems are not caused by bad parenting or the environment.
Fact : Recovery is always possible with the right treatment. No one is hopeless, even if some individuals have symptoms on and off throughout their lives.
Fact : Eating disorders often begin in adolescence, but treatment has a higher chance of recovery than ignoring them.


Issues and challenges

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FACED BY- CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS-

  • Social Isolation
  • Poor Health
  • Bullying
  • Risk of Dropping Out
  • Self-Harm



FACED BY- THE FAMILY-

  • Strained Relationships
  • Neglect
  • Social Alienation
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Financial Burden

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Treatment of child & adolescent

COUNSELLING TECHNIQUES FOR CHILD & ADOLESCENT
Here are some counseling techniques for children and adolescents:
1. Online Kid Therapy
    a. Play therapy
    b. Art therapy
    c. Speech Therapy
    d. Occupational Therapy

2. Online Teen Therapy
    a. Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)
    b. Mindfulness-based therapy
    c. Solution-focused therapy
    d. Medication as & when required

3. Family therapy
It's important to work with a qualified and experienced online child psychologist who specializes in working with children and adolescents to determine the most effective online counseling techniques for each individual.

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Best Therapists in India

If your child is facing any of these difficulties, a few sessions of psychotherapy can give them the required support and guidance and help shape their lives.

Assessment

Is your Child Bullied?

Is your Child Bullied?


Self - Esteem Test

Self - Esteem Test


Behavioural Screening Test

Behavioural Screening Test


Frequently Asked Questions

A mental health provider or professional who has proper license will make the diagnosis. Professional will take a detailed family history from family member, will ask present symptoms, and write down child's developmental history. Screening tests need to be done. licensed and well-trained professional will analyze and go through all of the information obtained. If certain diagnostic criteria are met for that particular disorder or illness, professional will make a diagnosis. These are basically based on the child's age and reports taken from parents /caregivers or teachers.
"A child has unique obstacles as they go from childhood to adolescence to adulthood, but mental health issues can make these challenges much more difficult. Counselling Online or offline with child psychologists supports growing kids with mental health issues and physical changes that they go through; provides them with a safe space to process their thoughts and emotions, and helps them to regulate their emotions, where they are treated with empathy, dignity, and respect. Every adolescent reacts in a different way to events in their life, which can be simple routine as moving to a new house or can be prolonged and traumatic such as a loved one dying, an accident,  being bullied, a parent divorcing or separating, or a natural disaster. These changes in life bring challenges that can cause difficulties at school, home, and with friends and family, and it is essential that these adolescents receive online counseling, and that their thoughts and feelings are heard without any criticism or judgment, ensuring confidentiality and a safe place where one can be honest about their struggles. Going for online therapy does not mean one is crazy, in research it is found that 1 in every 5 teens faces mental health issues in their lives. Finding " therapy near me"? Connect with TalktoAngel's top child psychologists who can guide them and help them resolve their issues and move forward in life with a positive outlook. A platform for online counselling called TalktoAngel offers high-quality online therapy curated for the needs of each kid and adolescent in the form of the best kid care therapy and teen therapy. We have qualified and experienced child psychologists who have expertise in dealing with issues related to children and adolescents. We have experts and specialists and the best clinical psychologist in India who have successfully worked previously on various cases of issues related to children and adolescents. Studies have proven that online counselling or kids therapy is as effective as the conventional mode. You can get assistance from TalktoAngel with flexible appointment times, personalised intervention programs, and the best child psychologists right at your fingertips "
Some major events in early childhood can lead to later mental illness in children, such as PTSD, anxiety issues, depressive symptoms, abusive behavior, personality disorders in adulthood, and many more. Other issues that affect adolescents frequently include issues with growth and development, school, illnesses that start in childhood and persist into adolescence, mental health disorders, and the negative effects of risky or illegal behavior, such as injury, legal repercussions, pregnancy, infectious diseases, and substance use disorders. Consult with top child psychologists or the best clinical psychologist in India to identify issues in my child.


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