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Child & adolescent psychiatry

Understanding mood disorders in adolescents: signs, causes, and support for ages 14-18

Mood disorders are a group of mental health problems, sometimes called affective disorders, that refer to a disruption of the emotional state. They can affect anyone, but adolescents can be particularly vulnerable to their symptoms as they struggle with academic pressures, changes in their bodies and hormones, and difficulties socialising. In this article, consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr Gonzalo Salazar de Pablo discusses the signs and causes of mood disorders in adolescents, and how to support them.

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Understanding and managing anxiety in children: A guide for parents

Anxiety in children is a common mental health concern that can manifest in various ways, such as excessive worry, fear, or nervousness.

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How to support young people with ADHD

ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects many young people, presenting challenges in attention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. It can have a significant impact on a child's daily life, academic performance and social interactions. For caregivers, understanding ADHD and knowing how to support a young person with the condition is important. In this informative article, leading consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr Mahadev Jasti provides a detailed guide into how family and other guardians can assist.

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By Dr Carolina Schneider
29.04.24
Child & adolescent psychiatry

Anxiety in children: a guide for parents

If a parent notices signs of anxiety in their child, this understandably raises concern and worry for their child’s well-being, It's important to recognise that anxiety is a common emotional response to stress, but when it becomes persistent and affects daily life, it may require attention and support. Leading consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr Carolina Schneider provides a guide to anxiety in children, including what it entails, how it manifests, and what steps parents can take to support their child through it.

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By Dr Anthony Crabb
22.11.23
Child & adolescent psychiatry

ADHD in children: Your questions answered

ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) is a condition characterised by a persistent pattern of behavioural symptoms that affect daily functioning and development. Here, Dr Anthony Crabb, consultant child and adolescent psychiatrist, provides a comprehensive insight into ADHD in children, discussing symptoms and treatments among other important points.

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By Dr Jon Goldin
04.11.21
Child & adolescent psychiatry

Self care in the new normal: Are you still making time for yourself and your health?

In this article, the third instalment of this series on coronavirus and mental health, Dr Jon Goldin, respected consultant in child and adolescent psychiatry gives crucial advice on how we can maintain good self care whilst living through the pandemic.

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By Dr Jon Goldin
28.10.21
Child & adolescent psychiatry

Coronavirus and young people’s mental health

The coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly been an challenging time for everyone, especially parents. In this article Dr Jon Goldin, a highly esteemed consultant in child and adolescent psychiatry, advises parents on how to support young people and their mental health during the pandemic.

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By Dr Jon Goldin
20.10.21
Child & adolescent psychiatry

Tackling hard questions about the pandemic from young people

Answering questions from children and teenagers about the pandemic can be an intimidating task for parents. We asked Dr Jon Goldin, a highly esteemed consultant in child and adolescent psychiatry, for advice on offering reassurance whilst explaining difficult truths in this first article of a series on coronavirus and mental health.

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Preparing your child or adolescent for psychiatric care

Child and adolescent psychiatrists are specialist qualified doctors who have finished medicine and then focused and specialised in emotional, cognitive and behavioural problems. If your child requires psychiatric care, you may not know how to approach it. This article explains all about this process so that you and your child can feel more at ease about upcoming psychiatric care.

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By Dr Rahul Bharat
08.11.19
Child & adolescent psychiatry

Childhood behavioural disorders and how to positively treat them

There is a large range of reasons for unruly behaviour, and it can be difficult to know whether a child or teenager’s difficult behaviour is “normal” or a sign of an underlying issue. Dr Rahul Bharat, a consultant paediatric neurologist, clarifies what to look out for and how to deal with behavioural problems in a positive manner.

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