Psychiatric Conditions in Children

Depression is a mental disorder that plagues people of all ages. According to the World Health Organization, roughly 5% of adults suffer from depression. Depression causes many emotional and physical concerns and decreases a person’s ability to function at work or school. Depression is a severe mental illness affecting people of all ages, including children and adolescents.

Children are bound to misbehave in one way or another. You may find that your child throws tantrums to get what they want or break the rules to get your attention. These are all common behaviors in a growing child.  While these are common, behavioral issues could be harmful to both themselves and your parent-child

Anxiety disorders are the highly prevalent mental health disorders in the United States, affecting 40 million adults age 18 and older, or 19.1% of the population every year. Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, yet only 43.2% of those suffering receive treatment. Additionally, about 7% of children aged 3 to 17 years experience anxiety each year.

Although children may seem happy and well-adjusted, most people don’t realize that childhood depression is a serious issue. Unfortunately, many children who are depressed go undiagnosed and untreated because adults don’t recognize that the children are depressed. It’s important for parents, teachers, and other adults to learn about depression in children in order to intervene

Fear is a powerful force that can have a paralyzing effect on our lives. It can prevent us from taking risks, trying new things, and living our lives to the fullest. However, it can also be helpful in some situations, such as when it motivates us to take action in the face of danger. It

As you sit down in the therapy office (or log on to your video conferencing platform), you wonder if this new potential therapist will be able to help your child. Maybe this isn’t the first time you’ve sought therapy for your child, and you’re wondering if this counselor will have the answers you need. If