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Child Psychiatrists

In todays America mental illness in children is a very common disease. May be there are physiological or genetic factors for the mental illness in children. As soon as possible consult the child psychiatrist to get the best and early result.

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Child Psychiatrists

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  1. How can you understand that your child is Depressed?

  2. Depression Symptoms in children vary • Some basic symptoms are: • Sadness • Hopelessness • Mood changes • Anger or irritability • Social withdrawal • Changes in eating and sleeping habits • Low energy and fatigue • Difficulty in concentrating • Difficulty in functioning daily activities • Physical complaints like headaches, stomach pains etc. • Thoughts of suicide

  3. Causes of Depression in children Just like the adults, depression in children can also be caused by the combination of any of these factors like life events, environment, family history, genetic vulnerability, physical heath and biochemical disturbance.

  4. Treatment options for the disease Treatment options are similar for the adults and the children which includes: • Psychotherapy • Medication • In case of children, Psychotherapy has the first priority for the treatment. If there is no significant improvement then medicine can be given. Consult with child psychiatrists for the best result.

  5. Contact us for further help… Office Address: 745 Old Frontenac SquareSuite 201St. Louis, MO 63131 Tel:314-395-8940 Fax: 314-395-8941 Email:info@spectrumpsychiatry.com

  6. Thank You

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