Children and Adolescents
| Introduction to Mental Health Disorders Usually First Diagnosed in Children & Adolescents |
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According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 1 in 10 children and adolescents in the United States suffers from mental illness severe enough to cause some level of impairment or dysfunction. And, fewer than one in five children with a mental health condition receives treatment. Changes in your child’s behavior deserve attention when they are severe, persistent, and impact on your child’s daily activities. Seek professional help for your child if you observe problems such as: |
- Changes in appetite or sleep
- Social withdrawal, or fearfulness
- Behavior that seems to slip back to an earlier phase such as bed-wetting
- Signs of distress such as sadness or tearfulness
- Self-destructive behavior such as head banging
- A tendency to have frequent injuries
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| These articles provide in-depth information and are written to help you make the best healthcare decisions for you and your loved ones. |
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| When dealing with an illness or health problem, you have to make decisions—when to call a doctor, which test to have, and what treatment to use. Decision Points are designed to help you learn about your choices and options, and to prepare you to work with your healthcare provider to make the best decision for your care. |
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| Action Sets are designed to help you take an active role in managing a health condition. Action Sets provide the tools and information you can use in the day-to-day management of your health conditions. |
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This section provides you with an alphabetical listing of more than 1,000 medications, including prescription drugs and those you can purchase over-the-counter. Just select your medications to learn more about them. You can choose your medication by brand name or generic name.
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If you are having difficulty paying for your medications you may qualify for financial assistance or free medications. Visit the Medication Assistance Center to learn about available medication and insurance programs.
Don't let financial problems stop you from getting the treatment you need; there are resources and organizations that may be able to help you.
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This listing provides you with Internet sites that are sponsored by government agencies or are well-known and credible national organizations.
Surfing the Internet
When looking at Internet sites, remember that the information can be sponsored by anyone. Take into account the sponsoring group or individual when gathering information or help. Be especially careful about giving out personal or financial information. |
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Learn more about surfing the web:
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Last modified on: 30 June 2015
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