Adjustment Disorders Adjustment Disorders What is an adjustment disorder? An adjustment disorder is defined as an emotional or behavioral reaction to an identifiable stressful event or change in a person's life that is c...
Anorexia Nervosa in Children Anorexia Nervosa in Children What is anorexia nervosa? Anorexia nervosa (AN), a form of self-starvation, is an eating disorder characterized by low body weight, a distorted body image, amenorrhea (ab...
Anxiety Disorders in Children Anxiety Disorders in Children Many different anxiety disorders that affect children and adolescents require clinical care by a doctor or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below ...
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in Children What is attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)? ADHD, also called attention-deficit disorder, is a behavior disorder, usually fi...
Autism Spectrum Disorder Autism Spectrum Disorder What is autism spectrum disorder? Autism spectrum disorder (also called autism; more recently described as "mindblindedness") is a neurological and developmental disorder tha...
Behavior Disorders Behavior Disorders Behavior disorders (sometimes referred to as disruptive behavior disorders) are the most common reasons children are referred for mental health evaluations and treatment. Many type...
Bulimia Nervosa in Adolescents Bulimia Nervosa in Adolescents What is bulimia nervosa? Bulimia nervosa, usually referred to as bulimia, is defined as uncontrolled episodes of overeating (bingeing), usually followed by purging (sel...
Communication Disorders Communication Disorders What are communication disorders? There are several different types of communication disorders, including the following: Expressive language disorder. Expressive language diso...
Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation for Children Comprehensive Psychiatric Evaluation for Children What is a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation? A comprehensive psychiatric evaluation may help to diagnose any number of emotional, behavioral, or d...
Conduct Disorder Conduct Disorder What is conduct disorder (CD)? Conduct disorder is a behavior disorder, sometimes diagnosed in childhood, that is characterized by antisocial behaviors which violate the rights of ot...
Developmental Disorders Developmental Disorders Developmental disorders are one category of mental health problems. The category identifies children who have difficulty accomplishing early developmental tasks such as langua...
Dysthymia in Children Dysthymia in Children What is dysthymia? Dysthymia, also known as dysthymic disorder, is classified as a type of affective disorder (also called mood disorder) that often resembles a less severe, yet...
Eating Disorders in Children Eating Disorders in Children The term eating disorders refers to a variety of disorders. The common feature of all the eating disorders is abnormal eating behaviors. Eating disorders are serious ment...
Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Children and Adolescents Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Children and Adolescents What is generalized anxiety disorder? Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) is defined as chronic, excessive worry and fear that seems to have no...
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Knowing When to Seek Treatment for Your Child Knowing When to Seek Treatment for Your Child When to seek treatment for your child or adolescent Knowing when to seek treatment for mental health disorders is important for parents and families. Man...
Learning Disorders Learning Disorders What is a learning disorder? A learning disorder is defined as difficulty in an academic area (reading, mathematics, or written expression). The child's ability to achieve in the s...
Major Depression in Children Major Depression in Children What is major depression? Major depression, also known as clinical depression or unipolar depression, is classified as a type of affective disorder (also called mood diso...
Manic Depression/Bipolar Disorder in Adolescents Manic Depression/Bipolar Disorder in Adolescents What is manic depression? Manic depression, also known as bipolar disorder, is classified as a type of affective disorder (also called mood disorder) ...
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Children What is obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)? Obsessive-compulsive disorder is an anxiety disorder in which a person has an unreasonable thought, fear, or wor...
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Oppositional Defiant Disorder Oppositional Defiant Disorder What is oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)? Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD) is a behavior disorder, usually diagnosed in childhood, that is characterized by uncoope...
Overview of Mood Disorders in Children and Adolescents Overview of Mood Disorders in Children and Adolescents What are mood disorders? A category of mental health problems that includes all types of depression and bipolar disorder, mood disorders are som...
Pervasive Developmental Disorders Pervasive Developmental Disorders What are pervasive developmental disorders (PDD)? Pervasive developmental disorders, also called autism spectrum disorders, most often can be identified in the early...
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Children Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in Children What is post-traumatic stress disorder? Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a debilitating condition that often follows a terrifying physical or emotio...
Psychiatric Treatment Team Psychiatric Treatment Team Who treats psychiatric disorders? Mental health disorders are complex and require clinical care by a multidisciplinary treatment team. Team members may include, but are not...
Schizophrenia in Children Schizophrenia in Children What is schizophrenia? Schizophrenia is one of the most complex of all mental health disorders. It is a severe, chronic, and disabling disturbance of the brain that causes d...
Separation Anxiety Disorder Separation Anxiety Disorder What is separation anxiety disorder? Separation anxiety disorder (SAD) is defined as excessive worry and fear about being apart from family members or individuals to whom ...
Substance Abuse/Chemical Dependence in Adolescents Substance Abuse/Chemical Dependence in Adolescents What is substance abuse/chemical dependence? There are three different terms used to define substance-related disorders, including the following: Su...
Teen Suicide Teen Suicide What is suicidal behavior? Suicidal behavior is defined as a preoccupation or act that is focused on causing one's own death voluntarily. An intent to cause one's death is essential in t...
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Tourette's Disorder Tourette's Disorder What is Tourette's disorder (TD)? Tourette's disorder (TD), sometimes called Tourette's syndrome (TS), is a neurological disorder characterized by multiple repeated tics. Tics are...