Mental Health

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

A child undergoes a sequence of biological, psychological, physical and emotional changes till the end of Adolescence. These changes are unique and differ from individual to individual. The changes a child undergo, determines their individuality and it will be reflected in their character and other behavioural aspects. Child development is not a matter of a single topic, but progresses somewhat differently for different aspects of the individual. Immediate treatment is required once the child exhibits psychological disorder symptoms.

Adolescence is a transitional period between childhood and adulthood, whose purpose is to prepare the children for adult roles. It is associated with the teenage years, but its physical, psychological or cultural expressions may begin earlier and end later. Major pubertal and biological changes include changes to the sex organs, height, weight, and muscle mass, as well as major changes in brain structure and organization. Cognitive advances encompass both increment in knowledge and in the ability to think abstractly and to reason more effectively. The study of adolescent development often involves interdisciplinary collaborations.