Children's mental health

COVID-19 lockdown increases arguments and conflicts between parents and teenagers

Here are some ways parents can help their children adjust to this new normal and make the COVID-19 lockdown period less stressful for them.
One among four teenagers battle depression: Signs you should look out for

As a parent, we must know what our child is going through and how they are responding to that situation.
Childhood stress is not uncommon: You just have to know how to deal with it

A child can get stress too. Our expert, Dr. Anamika Dubey, Madhukar Rainbow Children's Hospital, shares some tips to help you recognize the signs and how to deal with it.
4 ways the COVID-19 lockdown is making your child unhappy

COVID-19, the infection caused by novel coronavirus, has packed us off to our homes. This situation of house arrest is affecting the mental health of your child as much as you.
Non-verbal learning disorder: Know why your child can’t read your expression

Does your child ignore your expressions or body language? It could be because he has a non-verbal learning disorder. Read on to know more.
Bullying during childhood may lead to depression in young adults: Study

According to a recent study, the effect of bullying during childhood may linger during the later part of the growing up years and lead to depression.
Childhood bullying can increase the risk of mental health issues: Study

As per the findings of a new study, researchers found that being bullied in school increases the extent of mental health problems at age 25 by 40 per cent.
Screen time before bedtime may not harm teenagers: Study

According to a study published in the journal Psychological Science, the researchers found that the use of digital screens 2 hours, 1 hour or 30 minutes before bedtime didn't have clear associations with a decrease in adolescent well-being.
All you need to know about social bullying

Bhakti Thakkar Bauva, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Hiranandani Hospital Vashi, Navi Mumbai, highlights that social bullying can happen anywhere. Here are some measures to deal with it.
Limit your kid's screen exposure to keep these health ailments at bay
OCD in kids: Here's what every parent needs to know

If your child displays an extreme obsession with cleanliness and an urge to prevent themselves from germs, dirt or illness at an early age, it could be a sign of OCD (obsessive-compulsive disorder).
Being closer to nature can reduce distress, behavioural problems in kids, finds study

The study, led by a team from the University of Hong Kong, revealed that children who developed a closer connection with nature had less distress, less hyperactivity and had a healthy lifestyle with regard to active play and eating habits.
Bullied teens at a high risk of developing mental illness

According to researchers of King's College, London, UK, other than causing psychological changes, bullying can also alter the physical structure of the adolescent brain.
World Mental Health Day on 10th October: At which age are children vulnerable to mental health issues?

We spoke to Dr Vasanth R, consultant psychiatrist, Fortis Malhar, Chennai to know when do mental health conditions start to worry about kids. He tells us that with kids the formative years of their lives are also a time of tremendous stress and pressure.
World Mental Health Day 2018: Why we need to care for the mental health of the young generation

Dr Shaunak Ajinkya, Consultant Psychiatrist MD at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital tells us why it is necessary to recognise the problems in the young early.
World Mental Health Day on 10th October: Why we need to talk about children's mental health now!

Since the theme of this year's world mental health day is, "Young people and mental health in a changing world." We caught up with Dr Vasanth R to discuss the mental health issues in children and how to deal with them.
Gandhi Jayanti 2018: How to raise an honest child

On the 150th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, we give you tips on how to raise an honest individual who imbibes traits of this great leader.
Want to protect mental health of your kid? Inculcate religious practices

A new study has found that talking about religion and spirituality with children and raising them with values can protect them from mental health issues.
Lack of social and academic skills found in kids with depression

Scientists believe that up to three per cent of children between ages 6-12 may have depressive disorder and they are six times more likely to lack societal skills.
Depression in children is often not recognized, claims study

Various experts have emphasized how acceptance of depression is still age-specific in our society and how people don't believe the condition exists or understand it. Parents and teachers may find it difficult to detect depression in young children, that can affect their social skills and academics, a new study shows.