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Our Lead Doctors

Dr. K. Ramakrishnan

DPM.,FIPS (CHIEF PSYCHIATRIST)

30 Years Experience

Dr. M. Sridhar

MBBS., DPM (CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST)

15 Years Experience

Dr. N. Arunkumar

MD., DNB (CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST)

17 Years Experience

Dr. M. Rajaram

MBBS., DPM.,(CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST)

15 Years Experience

Doctor's Schedule

  • Monday 09:00 - 14:00
  • Tuesday 09:00 - 14:00
  • Thursday 09:00 - 14:00
  • Saturday 09:00 - 14:00
Child and adolescent psychiatry – Overview

What is Child and adolescent psychiatry ?

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized field of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of mental health and emotional issues in children and adolescents, typically up to the age of 18. Child and adolescent psychiatrists are medical doctors who have undergone extensive training to understand the unique psychological, emotional, and developmental needs of young individuals. They provide comprehensive care to address a wide range of mental health challenges that can affect children and adolescents.

Common symptoms

Mental health disorders in children — or developmental disorders that are addressed by mental health professionals — may include the following:

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  • Sudden decline in grades.
  • Difficulty concentrating or staying focused.
  • Frequent school absences.
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  • Aggression or persistent anger.
  • Frequent mood swings.
  • Social withdrawal and isolation.
  • Drastic changes in energy levels.
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  • Persistent sadness or tearfulness.
  • Excessive worrying or anxiety.
  • Intense feelings of fear or panic.
  • Frequent irritability.
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  • Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep.
  • Nightmares or night terrors.
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  • Significant weight loss or gain.
  • Changes in eating habits.
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  • Frequent headaches or stomachaches without clear medical cause.
  • Unexplained aches and pains.
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  • Difficulty making or maintaining friendships.
  • Social withdrawal or avoidance.
  • Bullying or being bullied.
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  • Reverting to behaviors typical of a younger age (e.g., bedwetting).
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  • Engaging in self-harming behaviors (e.g., cutting).
  • Expressing thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
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  • Repeated, ritualistic behaviors or thoughts.
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  • Difficulty sitting still or paying attention.
  • Impulsive behaviors without consideration of consequences.
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