Child psychological disorders
ASD - Autism Spectrum Disorder
ASD is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how children
interact with others, communicate, learn and behave. It is described as a
developmental disorder because symptoms usually appear in the first 2 years of life.
Symptoms include:
Symptoms include:
ADHD - Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ADHD is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects a child’s behaviour and
attention. Children with ADHD have difficulty focusing, sitting still and controlling their
impulses which leads to problems in school, home and other social situations.
Symptoms include:
Symptoms include:
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders cause excessive fear, worry and nervousness. They can
affect a child’s daily life including performance at school, social interaction and overall
well-being.
Symptoms include:
Symptoms include:
OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
OCD causes unwanted thoughts and compulsive behaviours. Children with
OCD may experience persistent, intrusive thoughts or images that cause fear,
anxiety or distress. They may also feel compelled to perform repetitive behaviours
like checking, hand washing, and counting to alleviate their anxiety.
Symptoms include:
Symptoms include:
ODD - Oppositional Defiant Disorder
ODD causes children to have a persistent pattern of anger, irritability and
defiant behaviour. They may be argumentative, hostile and disobedient towards
authority figures like parents, teachers and other adults.
Symptoms include:
Depression
Depression affects a child’s emotions, thoughts and behaviour. Children with
depression may experience persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness and a loss
of interest in activities they once enjoyed. They may struggle with low self-esteem,
poor concentration and difficulty in making decisions.
Symptoms include:
Symptoms include: