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Many more children are currently struggling with some sort of psychosocial problem or diagnosed with mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Life events like family dysfunction, school stress, online bullying, being the victim of a sexual assault and many other possible reasons could be the cause for blame. It is becoming an issue of real concern as there are many who need help are still left untreated. If untreated, these conditions can adversely affect children’s development and potential to live productively, and can even lead to suicide. In the long run, these can pose as problems to the society with a surge of troubled youngsters.
While a child may grow out of certain symptoms, there are times when it is wise to seek professional diagnosis and treatment. For instance, when the following warning signs persist for a long time and start impacting a child’s functioning and affecting other people:
Physical Signs
Emotional Signs
Behavioural Signs
As parents caring for children with mental health conditions, it is important to let them know that they can confide in you at all times. Encourage them to discuss their feelings with you or talk over the things that are bothering them. Be open and available, and let them know that you have all the support for them without judging them.
You do not have to do this alone. To the untrained eye it is confusing to tell the difference between actual symptoms of mental disorders and normal challenges that children experience as part of the growing up process. Arrange to discuss your concerns and access help from a trained professional.
Without question, it is going to be a very challenging time for the ones giving care. So, connecting with support groups will benefit parents enormously.
Mental health disorders come in all types and forms, and there is no one-size-fits-all therapy that solves everything. The most common form of treatment emphasizes on therapeutic conversations, exploring feelings and behaviour, then finding the best ways to tackle them from there. The range of approaches may include the following:
In some cases, the treatment plan may include medication to make it more effective.
Early identification and intervention are critical to distinguish possible mental health disorders from developmental delays. Listed below are organizations that can help:
No. 10, Jalan SS 2/52,
Petaling Jaya, Selangor 47300
Malaysia
016-225 9828
http://www.siworld.com.my [Read Review Here]
ZV-1-3A & 5, Zeva Residence, Persiaran Pinggiran Putra,
Bandar Putra Permai,
Seri Kembangan, Selangor 43300
Malaysia
013-488 3191
http://www.wellrehab.com.my [Read Review Here]
No. 204, Jalan Limau Manis,
Bangsar Park,
Bangsar Kuala Lumpur 59000
Malaysia
016-260 8895
http://www.theenergysource.com.my [Read Review Here]
Block E-1-5, Plaza Arkadia,
3, Jalan Intisari Perdana
Desa ParkCity, Kepong,
Kuala Lumpur 52200
Malaysia
03-27710799/012-2677990/016-6606843
http://www.thinkenrichmentcentre.com [Read Review Here]
45E, Bangunan Bangsaria,
Level 3, Jalan Maarof
Bangsar Kuala Lumpur 59100
Malaysia
03-22011107/012-2852007
65 Persiaran Zaaba,
Taman Tun Dr Ismail,
Kuala Lumpur 60000
Malaysia
03-77100372/012-3710372
No. 29, Jalan Sanggul 1D,
Bandar Puteri, Klang,
Selangor 42000
Malaysia
03-51625336
B-0-6 Vista Wira 2, Jalan 4/27A,
Section 2
Wangsa Maju, Setapak,
Kuala Lumpur 53300
Malaysia
03-41498032
17-3, Jalan Puteri 1/6,
Bandar Puteri,
47100 Puchong,
Selangor
017-6683702 (Yvonne)
19-B, 2nd Floor,
Jalan SS21/56B,
Damansara Utama,
47400 Petaling Jaya,
Selangor
019-2020 318
http://www.dingpsychology.com/
41-3, (3rd floor), Jalan 1/137B,
Resource Industrial Centre, Jln Klang Lama,
58200 Kuala Lumpur
017-331 1216
A804, Level 8, Block A,
LCCH Therapy Centre @ Pantai Hospital
59100 Kuala Lumpur
019-328 5928
https://www.pantaitherapy.com.my
10-8, Binjai 8 Premium Soho,
No. 2, Lorong Binjai,
50450 Kuala Lumpur.
or
5-05-03, Block 5,
VSQ@PJ City Centre,
Jalan Utara,
46200 Petaling Jaya.
019-380 0902